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Abdominoplasty with Liposuction for Fairly Large Pannus?

Do surgeons include liposuction with a full abdominoplasty? I have a fairly large pannus from 2 c-sections and significant weight gain (large babies 9 lbs 11 oz and 8lbs 11 oz). I would like to have a procedure that could take care of the entire abdomen and flank area, if possible.

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11 Doctor Answers | Asked by nomorebigbelly in Crown Point, IN
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Abdominoplasty and liposuction

If the pannus is heavy and hanging, it may be best to reach your goal weight first. Perfoming liposuction of the abdomen at the same time as undermining the abdominal flap may cause tissue death in the central triangle below the umbilicus.
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Techniques needed to reshape your abdomen

My approach to reshaping the abdomen is to discuss excisional body lifts as well as liposuction, before we get to the O.R. It's important for patients to realize that the redundant pannus (skin & fat) below the belly button will be discarded and so liposuction isn't so important in this area. Liposuction can be useful 1) to thin out the remaining skin, which will be redraped as well as 2) to reduce the "dog ears", which stick out of the end of the incision. Most... more
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Extended Tummy Tuck probably, for large pannus

Hello, You are probably looking at an extended tummy tuck plus or minus liposuction. Lipo can add to the swelling and healing time, so I try to avoid it if possible. It usually is possible.

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Abdominoplasty and Liposuction

I have discussed this in an article on my website.  It is safe to an extent.  But you must remember that alot of the pannus is excised and discarded so this may not be an issue. You should be evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon who can accurately go through your options. Good luck.
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Liposuction and abdominoplasty

The primary question should first be are you a good candidate for either Abdominoplasty or Liposuction - Stated another way, will the appearance and results of either procedure, if done on you, justify the increased risks and cost? Obviously without either photographs or an examination, it is impossible to state. Most plastic surgeons would ask that their patients' weight be stable with a BMI of 30 or below. If this is not the case, I would save my money since the outcome may not be... more
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Is Liposuction part of a Tummy Tuck?

Liposuction of the flanks and minor thinning of the skin above the belly button is routine in most tummy tucks. In a standard tummy tuck the amount of fat that is removed in the upper abdomen(above the belly button) is limited. The surgeon does not want to injure the blood circulation to the skin that is being pulled down. The Avelar lipoabdominoplasty allows for a much more aggressive and complete removal of fat from the entire abdomen, flanks and waist. In this procedure a very... more
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Abdominoplasty and liposuction

The real answer is that a surgeon will do what it takes to get the job done. There is no set method for doing an individual abdominoplasty. The object is to be able to tailor a procedure to fit the patient's anatomy and needs. A pannus is often removed with a panniculectomy or in conjunction with a full abdominoplasty. Liposuction can be used as an adjunct procedure if necessary. To what extent and in what combination is individualized.
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Tummy tucks and liposuction at the same time

These can be done together depending on your age, health, body mass index, etc. In my practice, I always do liposuction with a tummy tuck. Although one can divide the torso into multiple cosmetic units, I like to treat this as one cosmetic unit. This way you achieve the best results all the way around including the flanks, buttocks,back and abdomen. The pannus is excised and does not need to be liposuctioned. The upper abdomen can be liposuctioned judiciously to preserve the blood supply.... more
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Liposuction and Adbodminpolasty

If you include a picture, we may be able to give you more specific advice. However, I include minor liposuction of flanks (at no additional charge) on about 90% of the abdominoplasties that I perform. I feel that it gives you a much better overall result. If you need major liposuction, that that is a whole different story and I would need to see you in consultation to determine which procedures would be best for you. I hope this information is helpful. Good luck with your procedure.... more
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Tummy tucks and liposuction

The tummy tuck will take care of the pannus and liposuction can be done if you have rolls of fat in the flanks. The charges for this are separate in my practice because liposuction equipment needs to be opened up during surgery as it is not part of a plain tummy tuck. Other practices may differ in this regard though.
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