Lipoabdominoplasty: Suitability & Costs

Hello, I am a 39 year old woman. I have never been pregnant, but I have quite the pouch and some fat rolls. The muscles under my abdominal fat seem to be tight. I have read about lipoabdominoplasty and am wondering if it is suitible for me or if a regular tummy tuck would be better. I am also interested in getting an idea of costs for lipoabdominoplasty in the Orlando, Florida or Tampa area. I appreciate any information and advice you are able to offer.

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Lipoabdominoplasty is a great option

Hi there- I have found the lipoabdominoplasty technique to be an excellent option for selected patients who have good (but not great) skin tone and excess fatty tissue. The outcomes we have achieved cannot be denied- the procedure works and is safe. As far as whether this is the best option for you in particular, it is difficult to say and would depend in large part on your exact goals for appearance, your examination (and particularly an examination of your skin), and your preference for... more

Bikini Tummy Tuck

The best procedure for you is the Bikini Tummy Tuck. The harmonious combination of a full tummy tuck and liposculpture of the waist and back areas. Areas of emphasis are the incision placement (fits under a bikini), a natural looking belly button, and superior liposuction.

Lipoabdominoplasty

In my practice liposuction is almost always performed alongside tummy tuck surgery. This is because it helps to remove stubborn pockets of unwanted fat which can drastically improve the results of a tummy tuck. It is hard to say whether or not your underlying muscles are tight without and examination. Many women who have never had children can benefit from muscle repair - particularly those who have had significant weight fluctuations, but a standard tummy tuck with liposuction can be... more

Liposuction and tummy tuck

Tummy tucks are an extremely popular effective way to contour the abdomen. In our practice, we perform liposuction with every tummy tuck. Liposuction is an essential technique that we used to access fat and areas of the abdomen that we would not be able to do with a tummy tuck alone. Your best bet is to be evaluated by a board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate the different layers of your tissue and determine what combination of procedures will help you meet your goals. It... more

Tummy Tuck versus Liposuction

If you have signficant skin laxity you may be better off with a tummy tuck. If your skin quality is good you may be a candidate for liposuction.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Abdominal wall fullness and pouch

Although the liposuction will be of tremendous benefit, your result will ultimately be determined by the quality of your skin. IF the skin is lax, you may be left with redundant skin. However, this may be a reasonable option prior to childbirth and then consider a full tummy tuck following completion of pregnancy. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

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Chicago Plastic Surgeon

An examination is needed for a specific recommendation

Hello, You can speak in generalizations online. Without examining you however, a specific recommendation is not really all that meaningful. Some women who have not had children still benefit from a muscular repair. A full muscular repair is one of the defining characteristics of a full tummy tuck as opposed to "lesser" tummy tucks. Also be careful of your terminology. Some surgeons consider a lipoabdominoplasty as a different operation than others. This can make comparing... more