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Laser for Tightening the Skin in the Abdominal Area

asked 1 year ago by Cheri Wheeler in McKinney, Tx
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 332 times
Tags: abdomen, belly button, alternative, laser, tightening

I was told by a plastic surgeon that my stomach muscles were very tight and I didn't need a tummy tuck. My skin isn't loose nor sagging. The area in the center of my abs around the navel area is what is a little loose which of course makes my navel droop. What the plastic surgeon recommended I do was to check into having laser in that area to tighten it. He doesn't do the laser himself. I am asking this to see if you all would agree with him. If it does tighten it how long does it last?

6 answers to Laser for Tightening the Skin in the Abdominal Area

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Laser for loose skin

Cheri, Lasers have enjoyed broad applications within the field of cosmetic surgery.  They are frequently used in facial skin resurfacing, hair removal, and the treatment of vascular lesions.  As far as laser efficacy in tightening abdominal skin, I have been unimpressed.  Laser liposuction marketers claim that this treatment removes fat and tightens skin where applied.  I have found that laser lipo often leads to less bruising and a faster recovery than... more
Jason R. Hess, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Laser to tighten skin

There are many lasers and devices out there proclaiming to tighten skin. The outcomes can be quite variable from person to person. Some patients may see a subtle tightening effect and they are pleased, others may not have much of a result. It is also a function of having realistic expectations. Laser tightening will never get close to results from surgical skin tightening. I would check into it. Make sure you go to a board certified physician and are able to view consistent before and... more
Hayley Brown MD

Henderson Plastic Surgeon
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Laser for Tightening the Skin in the Abdominal Area

A posted photo sure would have helped determine if you are a candidate for external laser or internal laser (Smart Lipo). My recommendation is to try the Thermage with the understanding it is MANY sessions and could be a failure and waste of $'s. As for Smart Lipo or any laser lipo the results maybe better. Seek opinions. 
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Thermage vs laser for tightening abdominal skin

The good news is that you don't need a tummy tuck, the bad news is that there are very limited options for tightening the skin in the central abdomen. Laser treatments tend to work best in the face, but Thermage has some success for abdominal skin if it isn't too loose.
Richard Baxter, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Laser Skin Tightening

Laser treatment either externally or internally via Smartlipo or any other brand laser can help with mild skin tightening.  However, if you have loose or hangning skin, then there is no way to achieve a tight appearance short of a surgical procedure such as abdominoplasty / tummy tuck.
David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.ShaferPlasticSurgery.com

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Laser for tightening abdominal skin is NO SUBSTITUTE for tummy tuck

Despite the promise of this technology, I have not been impressed with the limited skin tightening achieved by these lasers or radiofrequency technology devices. It may work for minor cases such as yours and I would discuss realistic expectations with your laser practitioner.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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