Tummy tuck or liposuction after pregnancy depends on the amount of loose skin vs fat

Brooke R. Seckel, MD answers: Liposuction vs. tummy tuck - what's the difference?

I've had 3 kids and definitely need some help in my stomach area, but I'm not sure if I would need liposuction, a tummy tuck, or both to get the pre-baby look I want. 


Brooke R. Seckel, MD
20 days ago
In many cases both tummy tuck and liposuction done together give you the best result.

The key is the amount of loose skin and fat in the abdomen following pregnancy. If the problem is primarily loose skin with very little fat, then a tummy tuck alone will remove loose skin and tighten the tummy.

However, if there are significant amounts of fat then a liposuction will also be needed.

Another important issue is whether the loose skin is below the belly button. If it is then a mini tummy tuck may be all that you need.

New laser assisted liposuction also tightens skin as well as remove fat. In cases where loose skin is minimal and small pockets of fat are the main concern, then the laser liposuction may be all that is needed.

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