Liposuction after Tummy Tuck and pregnancy?

After a Tummy Tuck and a pregnancy, is Liposuction the best choice? My abdomen grew back.

I had a tummy tuck 2 years ago but after the procedure, I got pregnant and now my upper and lower abdomen is big again. Is Liposuction the best choice to fix it?

5 answers to “Liposuction after Tummy Tuck and...”

A: Best procedures for the tummy after pregnancy

Sutton Graham II, MD

Taverasny: Changes due to pregnancy are one of the reasons that surgeons suggest delaying standard abdominoplasty until after childbearing, but things don't always work that way. Your pregnancy changes several things about your abdomen.  The total subcutaneous and intra-abdominal fat content may have... more

A: Liposuction vs a second tummy tuck

George Marosan, MD

I reserve doing abdominoplasties on women who are not planning to have another pregnancy. Obviously, unplanned pregnancies do happen. I would wait about one year after delivery before considering surgery again. If you'll go through another abdominoplasty, make sure that you are done with having any more... more

A: It depends on why your abdomen is big again.

George J. Beraka, MD

Hi! If your main problem now is recurrent fat, then liposuction of the abdomen may work great, and the recovery is easy. If your abdomen is bulging because the rectus muscles have separated (a diastasis), then you may need another tummy tuck.  So you need a good exam.  There are actually several... more

A: Liposuction after pregnancy - Wait at least 9 months

Elan B. Singer, MD

It all depends on the amount of skin laxity and underlying fatty deposits.  Also, I tell my patients not to consider cosmetic body contouring procedures for at least 9 months following pregnancy.  Your body is still in a state of flux during that time and making an intervention is not prudent. ... more

A: lipo

Edmond A. Zingaro, MD

It depends on the quality of your skin and how much is actually fat.  It's not possible to say without examining you.  You should consult with an American Board of Plastic Surgery certified plastic surgeon in your area.  Find one here -> www.plasticsurgery.org.

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