Softening in the midriff

Lavinia Chong, MD answers: Liposuction touch up for bulgy midriff after Tummy Tuck?

Is it normal for my midrif to become a little bit soft and bulgy after time? Should I get some more Liposuction?

Also, should I get the little bulgy lumps under my breasts seen to or is it normal to just have them after this sort of surgery?


Lavinia Chong, MD
1 month ago
By Lavinia Chong, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Depending on how far up to the rib cage your plastic surgeons repaired your stretched out abdominal muscles, you may experience a relative "bulge" above the belly button.  If the repair was from the ribcage to the pubis, it may be due to reaccumulation of fat in this area.  Regional liposuction of this area may restore that firm appearance, which you initially enjoyed.  Don't worry, the midriff skin will shrink well and not require further resection. Good luck.

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A: Liposuction for changes in Tummy Tuck results

John P. Di Saia, MD
1 month ago
By John P. Di Saia, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Hello,

After a tummy tuck, the result can change with age and changes in weight. If this new "uninvited guest" (your new tummy change) is primarily composed of fat, some liposuction might make it better. Maybe have your surgeon take a look.

Web reference: http://www.CosmeticSurgeryTruth.com
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