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Can Liposuction and Tummy Tuck Be Done at the Same Time?
Asked 27 months ago by
mahogany in NY
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Yes, you can combine them but should you?
Liposuction and abdominoplasty (especially if it is minimal) can be done at the same time. However, the question arises should it?
The questions that need to be answered include:
1) By combining them, what is your total expected time under anesthesia? It should be at a safe level well within your state's parameters.
2) The liposculpture benefits are often minimized if the two procedures are done at the same time. To achieve the optimal result, it is often best to remove...
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Liposuction and Tummy Tuck
I routinely perform liposuctioning at the time of a tummy tuck to treat the waist and flanks. The allows me to not only contouring the front of the abdomen, but also smooth out any love handles. However, I would caution any liposuctioning centrally as this could precipitate a healing problem. If there is any excess fat centrally in the abdomen, I would recommend performing the liposuctioning at a different time that your tummy tuck.
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Liposuction and tummy tuck can be done at the same time
Liposuction and Tummy Tucks ARE routinely done at the same time, BUT certain considerations apply.
There are 2 reasons WHY this is even an issue:
1. Blood Supply injury - The tummy skin has 3 major sources of oxygen providing arterial blood supply. From the groin (Femoral) arteries on both sides, from several rows of blood vessels that go forward through the tummy muscles like a peach orchard (PERFORATORS) supplying the fat and skin above and from the continuation of several vessels that...
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Yes, combination for Lipo and Tummy Tuck is OK
It is typical to perform liposuction at the same time as tummy tuck. The only limitation has to do with the central area of the abdomen, as the other doctors have described. I can do gentle liposuction of the upper or lower abdomen but would not recommend aggressive liposuction to this area at the same time as the tummy tuck. There is no problem having liposuction to other areas such as hips, under the bra strap area of the back, inner or outer thighs.
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Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck and liposuction- minimizing risk
Abdominoplasty and liposuction are usually combined. The issue is to combine them safely and minimize risk to the patient.
There are areas that are safe to do liposuction during an abdominoplasty, and areas that are more risky. Particularly around the belly button and in the lower abdomen, where the blood supply is the worst, experienced surgeons are very cautious.
Also the health of the patient as a whole is important. An experienced surgeon might perform liposuction in several areas in...
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Tummy tucks and liposuctioning
It is certainly possible to combine abdominoplasty with liposuctioning, but be aware that there is a clear limit as to how much fat should be removed with this combination. Safety concerns suggest no more than 1000 to 1500cc. of fat should be suctioned with this combination. Surgery will always require good judgement on the part of surgeons to minimize the risks to patients.
The relatively small amount of fat removed may not make a serious...
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Liposuction and Tummy Tuck Done at the Same Time
There are two different schools of thought on ths in plastic surgery meetings. Not all doctors are comfortable with this combination. I have found no problems in combining the procedures, but there are certain ares of the upper lateral (side) that I think are risky. We will aften do liposuction of the hips, thighs, and sometimes upper arms while doing the tummy tuck. Find a well experienced surgeon you are comfortable with and go with his recommendations.
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Liposuction and tummy tuck at the same time
Hello,
Yes, liposuction and tummy tuck can be done at the same time. In fact, there are few patients who do not need and benefit from liposuction at the same time as the tummy tuck. I routinely perform liposuction on all areas of the abdomen and flanks that benefit from additional thinning at the same time as the tummy tuck.
All the best,
Dr Repta
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Lipo and tummy tuck at same time
I routinely perform liposuction of the abdomen and waist when I do a tummy tuck. Procedures such as breast augmentation and liposuction of other areas are commonly done as long as I feel it is safe and the surgery can be done in six hours or less. I advise against extremely long operations taking up to ten hours as risks of complications increases significantly.
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Liposuction with tummy tuck
Liposuction is performed in conjunction with a tummy tuck to help improve body contours. There may be some limitations to how much adipose tissue can be removed safely. To be safe, the surgeon must not exceed the safe limits of fat removal or administration of local anesthetic, and always consider the health of the patient before proceeding with the procedure. Excessive liposuction done at the time of tummy tuck may compromise blood flow and wound healing. Consult with a board certified...
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Liposuction and Abdominoplasty Can Be Done Concurrently
It is often very important to perform liposuction in conjunction with your abdominoplasty, particularly on the love handles, or flanks, in order to achieve adequte circumferential contouring. I probably perform this combination on 80-90% of my abdominoplasty patients to achieve a better look.
Liposuction on other areas at the same time can also be done safely at the same time as a tummy tuck, but there can be some potential increased risks with adding additional surgery, including...
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Liposuction + Tummy Tuck is Routine
How to optimize the body shape with Tummy Tuck surgery:
Step 1 - Tummy Tuck
Tummy Tuck surgery removes excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen. And it tightens the muscle wall of the abdomen and powerfully re-supports any looseness of the supporting tissues below the skin.
Step 1b - Cut out the deep fat layer - safer than liposuction of the abdomen
Fat in the tummy area is divided into superficial (below the skin) and deep layers by a thin layer of tissue. By cutting...
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They can be combined
Yes liposuction and tummy tuck can be combined in the same surgery. It is important to talk to your doctor about your medical history and listen to their advice. When you combine surgeries it will increase the amount of time you will be under general anesthesia. You want to make sure it is safe to be under for extended periods of time. Make sure to talk to your surgeon about what you can expect and weigh your options.
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Tummy tuck and liposuction at the same time: Lipoabdominoplasty
An abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and liposuction can be done at the same time. It is really, the modern approach to body contouring and provides optimal results. It has been termed a lipoabdominoplasty, and should be performed by an experienced plastic surgeon because it can be technically more challenging than a simple tummy tuck. The addition of liposuction can help with outer and upper inner abdominal contouring, which in the past (and even now) has been criticized. I perform it...
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Yes, but carefully...
Reshaping a mommy's midsection may potentially involve reducing fatty deposits, resecting stretch marked and redundant skin, as well as repairing musculofascial laxity and creating better aesthetics around the umbilicus, pubis and groin. Ideally it's a circumferential technique, however the concerns about blood supply as well as length of operative time have to be factored into the equation. If you are close to your ideal body mass index, liposuction of the flanks...
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Liposuction and Tummy Tuck
There is not a one size fits all answer to this question. In most cases, liposuction of the flanks can safely be done at the same time as abdominoplasty. Occasionally, liposuction can also be performed to other parts of the body. It really depends on your anatomy and the extent of surgery that is required for your abdominoplasty. Good luck.
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Liposuction and tummy tuck
Adding liposuction of the hips and upper back to an abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is a great way to define the waist. Although it is extra operative time, this added risks are minimal and it gives my patients that "hour glass" appearance they are looking for.
Best wishes,
Neil Zemmel, MD
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Liposuction and tummy tuck at the same time: VERY COMMON
it is very common to do liposuction at the time of a tummy tuck. At a minimum, I use liposuction to contour the waist and upper hips at the time of tummy tuck. Often, we add contouring of the back and bra rolls and/or the thighs as well. The amount that can be done safely depends on the surgery time and the volume of liposuction. Talk with your plastic surgeon about your options.
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Liposuction and tummy tuck at same time
Combining procedures is very dependent on the individual patient. How healthy are you, and how long will it take to complete the operations. Often we will perform a tummy tuck, and then liposuction on flanks, back or legs. We usually do not do liposuction the tummy and tummy tuck at the same time.
Make sure that you are fit enough for surgery. Consult a board certified plastic surgeon and together determine what is best for you.
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Liposuction combined with a tummy-tuck
Hello Mahogany, Liposuction of the abdomen and waist can safely be combined with a mini or full tummy-tuck. Plastic surgeons are uniquely qualified to combine these two techniques, as it takes experience to safely perform liposuction and tightening of skin and muscle. Frequently, I will recommend liposuction of the flanks and bra-strap area to provide a slimmer waist. Liposuction of the waist and bra-strap area can be combined with tummy-tuck to lower the...
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Liposuction performed at same time as tummy tuck
A tummy tuck procedure, or abdominoplasty, may be combined with a number of other procedures, including liposuction. Liposuction is often performed on the flanks and hips to help achieve a better contour.
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Consider surgery time
Mahogany- Liposuction can be performed at the same time as a tummy tuck. Since you will already be under general anesthesia there are some things to consider. The over surgical time is important when performing two procedures at once. You do not want to under general anesthesia for more time than is healthy for you. Talk to your surgeon about how much time under general anesthesia is necessary for you to receive a tummy tuck and some liposuction. This will depend on how much liposuction you...
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Liposuction and Tummy tuck
Liposuction and tummy tuck can be performed at the same time as long as it limited to certain area. Most plastic surgeons will limit liposuction to the flanks and avoid the central abdomen. Liposuction is usually performed with tummy tuck. It takes experience to do it correctly to avoid problems. Plastic surgeons are always concerned about blood supply.
Equally important is the person doing the liposuction. Make sure that he/she is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of...
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Liposuction at same time as tummy tuck
Liposuction can be performed at the same time as a tummy tuck provided it is limited to certain areas. This means it is safe to do liposuction of the flanks or sides at the same time but not the mid or upper abdominal area. The reason for this is that the blood supply to the abdominal skin/tissue can be jeopardized and compromised which can lead to serious wound healing complications and infection.
If your upper abdomen is of particular concern to you, then it is best to have...
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Liposuction and tummy tuck at the same time
Yes and no.
Yes, you can liposuction other areas of the body at the time of tummy tuck.
No, you cannot liposuction the abdomen.
Why? When you do a tummy tuck (this is a full tummy tuck, not a wedge or miniabdominoplasty), you create what is called a skin flap. This interferes with the blood supply to the abdominal skin. You then pull that skin, stretch it, and sew it. This is a lot for your skin to do.
It is not safe to beat up your abdominal skin flap by...
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