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I Am 5'9 and 270lbs, I'm Proportionate, I Just Want to Have a Flatter Tummy is This Possible to Do?

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5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in 270-289 lbs candidate

4 Doctor Answers | Asked by Free777 in Lagrange ga

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5'9 and 270lbs,

Although without a doubt you would have a better result after some weight loss, there are circumstances in which the amount of improvement may justify the added risk. By in large, those patients who might benefit have skin overhanging the lower abdomen. (A photo would help surgeons replying to your question.) Tightening the abdominal wall is not particularly helpful in flattening the abdomen at this weight. When you ready for an in person consultation, RealSelf has... more

5"9 270 and flatter abdomen

Given your height and weight, the standard answer is the same in that Body contouring procedures are not weight loss procedures. You would be better served looking at bariatric procedures for more permanent solution.

Flatter Tummy Possible

As long as your skin quality is fairly good, you don't have a large hernia and you have realistic expectations you can have a flatter tummy with liposuction or tummy tuck. The risks of these procedures are lower and your results will be better if you can lose weight. You will have a happier and healthier life. Cheers

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Mrs.GTT
26 days ago

Like you I am proportioned appropriately and still overweight. Dont worry about the jerk Dr. Rosenblatt's comments...I've already reported him! anyway I agree that health should be the primary focus, but if you are having a hard time losing the weight and not a candidate for weight lose surgery, then a tummy should be considered. just make sure you consult your doctor (a real doctor) and not the jerk mentioned above.

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