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How Many Sizes Will I Lose From Tummy Tuck and Lipo?

I am 5 foot 7 I weigh about 200 pounds,and I carry allot in the abdominal area.MY Ideal weight is about 155.I am strong built.I have had three pregnancies in the past 9 years ,and all three little angels weighed on average 10 pounds.I have lost weight after the first,then less after the second and with the third,forget it,I can excercise every day and nothing happens.SO My question is,about how many dress sizes can I loose after this procedure I am now size 16-18

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female 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in after pregnancy 190-209 lbs

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7 Doctor Answers | Asked by sarahortega in Montreal

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Tummy tuck results

The amount of sizes you would loose after a tummy tuck is really unpredictable. I try and tighten the abdominal muscles as much as possible which reduces the waist in addition to removing as much of the excess tummy tissue-fat, skin, that I can. The "rest" of the size would be what is "left" within the tummy, like fat around the intestines.

Weight loss from Tummy Tuck and Lipo

Sarahortega, The amount of weight loss and dress size decrease is very variable after a tummy tuck and liposuction. The most important question is: how much of your fat is on the inside, and how much is on the outside. It is impossible to determine from your picture how much fat is directly under the skin. You need to understand that the volume of fat inside your abdomen (underneath the abdominal muscles, where your liver, stomach, and intestines are held) contributes... more

If Your Extra Weight is Inside the Abdomen, Lose It First!

Hi Sara, It can be very frustrating trying to lose weight prior to having an abdominoplasty. I have seen patients successfully lose weight using the South Beach Diet and Weight Watchers. I think both of these diets are safe and effective, but must be combined with exercise. Walking 30 minutes 4-5 times each week is a good start and will keep your metabolism going. Increase your meal frequency to 5-6 small meals each day and avoid processed foods and excess... more

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How Many Sizes Will I Lose From Tummy Tuck and Lipo

I agree with Dr Rand. But to directly answer your question the decrease in sizes would be about 2 to 3 sizes. It is ALWAYS best to lose weight before this surgery. Best of luck.

Changes in clothing size with tummy tuck

Quite frequently, major tummy tucks will not produce significant changes in clothing sizing despite dramatic differences in aesthetic appearance.

Loosing weight before tummy tuck

You really have two options. You could have a tummy tuck now (with the weight) and have an "okay" result. The surgery will basically involve cutting away some of the excess fat. Your other option would be to loose weight first and then have the surgery. This should lead to a "great" result. If the weight is already gone, then the focus of the surgery can be contouring and shaping which will give you much nicer results. Good luck.... more

Lose the weight first

Regardless of the frustrating experience you are having with your weight, you MUST lose the weight first before having a tummy tuck, especially if you are almost 50 pounds overweight. If you don't, the surgery will produce very little result and you will be disappointed with the outcome. Watch what you eat, take in less calories than you burn, and eat lots of protein and get regular exercise. The weight will come down.

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