Will a Tummy Tuck Work For Me?

I Am a 38 Year Old Mother of Two I Was Once 245lbs and Lost Down to 160 I Alot of Loose Skin Now Will a Tummy Tuck Work for Me

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Abdominoplasty with Mesh Reinforcement for massive weight loss

If you have gone from 245 lbs to 160 lbs then you certainly will have a great amount of loose skin. The excess skin may extend to your back as well. You may benefit from an abdominoplasty with a posterior continuation which is called circumferencial body lift. The other aspect of the tummy tuck which is very important is the repair of the fascia. Fascia is the suppoer layer that provides the tone to the abdominal wall when the muscles are not actively contracting... more

Tummy Tuck.

Thanks for the question. It's really impossible to say without a photo or a chance to perform a physical exam. However, anytime someone has gained and lost a considerable amount of weight they typically have loose skin and "stretched" abdominal muscles. A tummy tuck is able to address those issues better than any other type of cosmetic procedure. But again without seeing your photos its difficult to specifically say. Hope this helps.

Tummy Tuck for Me?

It is not possible to comment about your situation without an exam or at least a photo but, in general, women who have had children and those with significant weight loss often will benefit from a tummy tuck. If you have a lot of loose skin then a tummy tuck should help to achieve a better contour to your abdomen. The question may be what type of tummy tuck you need. Many patients who have had significant weight loss would benefit from a more extensive procedure such as a... more

Tummy tuck for loose skin

Dear Cicelia, Thank you for the question and congrats on the weight loss. It sounds like you are a good candidate for a tummy tuck. Of course you would need to be seen by a board certified Plastic Surgeon to discuss the procedure in detail. Best of luck...

Tummy tuck for loose abdominal skin

Congratulations on the weight loss. Tummy tuck will probably be the right operation for you. Occasionally, patients who have lost a considerable amount of weight simply require panniculectomy or excision of the skin envelope of the abdomen. See a board certified plastic surgeon in consultation to discuss what options would be available to you.

Would a tummy tuck work for me?

Thanks for your question, and first of all, congratulations on the accomplishement of such a large amount of weight loss. You should be very proud of yourself. I think that you would likely be a very good candidate for body contouring procedures (tummy tuck, breast lift, posterior lift, etc.) after that amount of weight loss. Schedule an appointment and evaluation with a board certified surgeon to discuss the details and explore your options. In the meantime, prepare yourself... more

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You would need a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon, but you probably will benefit from a full tummy tuck. It will get rid of excess skin and tighten the stretched out muscles.

Tummy tuck works very well after weight loss.

Hi. From your description, you should be a great candidate for a tummy tuck. Exactly what kind of surgery depends on your individual anatomy, of course. see video

Tummy Tuck to Remove Loose Skin

Hi Cicelia, Congrats on your weight loss. Assuming you are in good health, you sound like a candidate for the Tummy Tuck Procedure. When you consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon be sure to inquire about: Tummy Tuck Technique Location of Incision (the scar) Type of Anesthesia used Pain Control- Pain Pump Surgeons approach each of these things differently, and you should learn about each before you commit to surgery. In my own practice... more

Tummy Tuck

If your weight loss has stabilized, then you may be ready for body contouring after weight loss. The options include a tummy tuck, extended tummy tuck, or a body lift. Procedural recommendations will depend on your anatomy. Please visit with a board certified PS to learn more about your options. Dr. Basu Houston, TX