Charlotte Tummy Tuck doctors
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Eric T. Emerson, MD
Charlotte Plastic Surgeon
649 N New Hope Rd, Gastonia |
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36 answers |
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Edward J. Bednar, MD
Charlotte Plastic Surgeon
439 N. Wendover Rd., Charlotte |
19 answers | |
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Bill Kortesis, MD
Charlotte Plastic Surgeon
11208 Statesville Road Suite 300, Huntersville |
1 answer | |
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Benson E. L. Timmons, MD
Charlotte Plastic Surgeon
649 N New Hope Road, Gastonia |
1 answer | |
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Joseph Hunstad, MD
Charlotte Plastic Surgeon
11208 Statesville Road Suite 300, Huntersville |
Recent Answers
I am 26 yrs old & have had 2 C-sections. I'm 5'4" exactly, 185lbs & have a good amount of muscle from working out throughout my life. Since I had my babies, I found that I can lose weight everywhere BUT my 'fat roll' that hangs over like a flap of skin. I have continued to lose weight and will continue even after my TT. I was 145lbs at my comfortable weight and would like to eventually get there. My question is, what can I expect to have after my TT now & later if I do lose more?
In general, it is best for potential tummy tuck patients to be at or near their "goal" body weight. The benefits of being close to that weight include: 1. Decreased risk of surgery 2. Improved results 3. Lower chance that a revision will be required 4. Potential for improved healing. We all realize that getting to that ideal weight can be extremely challenging and frustrating. There are, therefore, certain patients that I will consider for abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) despite being overweight. I try to evaluate each patient individually and provide them with enough information and advice to make an informed decision. Based on your photograph, I would strongly encourage you to lose some more weight before proceeding with a tummy tuck. Best wishes.
So I had a baby 3 years ago and this completely ruined my stomach. I am 21 years old, I exercise regularly and have been trying EVERYTHING to get rid of this. Before pregnancy I was 115 lbs, I ended up weighing 180 lbs the day before delivery. Finally down to 133 lbs I am about ready to be able to wear a bikini. Is there any other options then surgery for me? I plan on having this done by june so please let me know soon!
Without an examination I am unable to provide a definite answer, but based on your photographs the best option for you would be a full tummy tuck (also known as abdominoplasty). A "mini" tummy tuck most likely won't remove enough loose skin to provide an acceptable result and liposuction will only address some excess fat, not the excess/damaged skin and the muscle looseness (diastasis). I also do not believe that any of the available non-surgical methods would be effective in you situation.
Before proceeding with a tummy tuck you should consider whether or not you plan to have more children. I would recommend that you set up a consultation with a Board-Certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and all of the specifics of an abdomioplasty. Good luck!
Got a Full Tummy Tuck 5 weeks ago, and this pouch just seems to be getting bigger. My Doctor just removed the Drainage on Thursday; don't know it that has anything to do with my pouch. I'm still wearing my girdles day/night.
Possible seroma (fluid build-up) I would definitely check in with your PS and you may have to get additional fluid drained







