Tummy Tuck or exercise more?

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8 answers to “Tummy Tuck or exercise more?”

A: Tummy Tuck not an answer for weight loss

By Steven Wallach, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

I think that at your height and weight, you are better off hitting the gym losing some weight and then possible going for a tummy tuck.. A tummy tuck is not the answer for weight loss. It is best for removing excess skin and tightening the abdomen. You will always look better if the weight is off first.

A: Large volume Liposuction an option for localized fat areas

By S. Sean Younai, MD - Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Although it is a very good idea to continue exercising and losing weight, some patients have localized area of fat in the upper abdomen and the flanks that are stuborn. In these patients, an option may be large volume liposuction of the abdomen, followed by a tummy tuck at a later date. I have had patients who... more

A: Tummy tuck vs. weight loss

By Brent Moelleken, MD - Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

For a patient who has gained a great deal of weight, unquestionably it is better to get their health back through exercise and good diet, plus good medical management. Abdominal fat is particularly dangerous for diabetes and heart attacks. Even weight loss surgery may be a... more

A: Stabilize weight if possible, then look into surgical options

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

Hello, A tummy tuck works best for loose skin and loosened muscle. You should always try to stabilize your weight before surgery. The question is what is the problem - skin, fat, and/or muscle. Once you have done what you can in the gym looking at surgical options becomes reasonable.

A: Ideal weight is not always ideal or possible

By Farbod Esmailian, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

In general we like to see patients near their ideal weight prior to plastic surgery procedures, in particular body contouring procedures. Having said that, there are patients that come to me saying that they have tried everything they could short of weight loss surgery, which they dont want to do, and they are... more

A: Liposuction for fat, Tummy Tuck for loose skin and muscles

By Brian K. Brzowski, MD - Ogden Plastic Surgeon

You might need both if you're not able to achieve your desired appearance through diet and exercise. Of course, it is important for you to work closely with your endocrinologist to make certain that your hormonal issues are well controlled and that your weight has stabilized before any surgical... more

A: Hit the gym!

By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

You should be down to within 10-20 pounds of yout ideal body weight before taking on any body contouring surgery. If you do it now, your risk of complications is higher and if you lose weight later, you will have loose skin develop and might need to redo the surgery which would be unfortunate.

A: Lose the weight first before Tummy Tuck

By Hisham Seify, MD, PhD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

It is very important to lose the weight first before any surgical procedures. As long as your endocrine condition is taken care of,proceed with diet and a good workout. A consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon will set a time line and goals for you. Once you are near your ideal weight, you could... more