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Smart Lipo and Umbilicoplasty Instead of a Tummy Tuck?

asked 2 years ago by soso74 in Bend, Oregon
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
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Tags: belly button, stomach, 110-129 lbs, 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in, after pregnancy, scar, skin

I do NOT want a Tummy Tuck. I don't scar well and I personally would be as unhappy with a hip-to-hip scar as I am now with my stomach.

So, can I combine Smart Lipo and an umbilicoplasty to get an improved result?

I am 5'4" and 128 lbs (and would like to lose 10 lbs) and have loose skin from 4 pregnancies.

I'd like to get Smart Lipo/Cool Lipo now and 6 months later get an umbilicoplasty to fix my umbilical hernia and possibly remove a very small amount of skin while they are at it to improve skin laxity more. Thanks for your help.

1 answer to Smart Lipo and Umbilicoplasty Instead of a Tummy Tuck?

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Smartlipo and umbilicoplasty

Smarrtlipo or any form of lipo can remove excess fat in the abdomen. Repairing an umbilical hernia can be performed as well. I have eyet to see a great umbilcoplasty by tightening the skin around the umbilicus. In fact, I have seen a lot of bad work in that region. Also, muscle tightening can not be performed withjust liposuction. Everything is a trade off. A full tummy tuck will leave a long lower abdominal scar but will do all of the above.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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