I am aware that after a liposuction a tummy tuck would probably be required to resolve pre existing loose and crepey skin. I would therefore like to know is it better to perform a tummy tuck first, so that skin tightening etc can be addressed, prior to liposuction on any left over areas. I have read a couple of articles where surgeons say prefer this method as they more play with stretching and shaping, as well a better healing. I would be grateful for your opinions – many thanks in advance.
Answer: Lipo before tummy tuck Thanks for your question. An in-person exam would be the best way to advise you. Generally, I would recommend liposuction before a tummy tuck. This will decrease the thickness of the skin flaps and may help increase the amount of skin removed. In some cases, you may be able to have both procedures performed simultaneously depending on how much fat you have in abdominal skin. Once you have performed a tummy tuck, it is generally not advisable to liposuction the area, as you may be left with more loose skin. Be sure to address your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Lipo before tummy tuck Thanks for your question. An in-person exam would be the best way to advise you. Generally, I would recommend liposuction before a tummy tuck. This will decrease the thickness of the skin flaps and may help increase the amount of skin removed. In some cases, you may be able to have both procedures performed simultaneously depending on how much fat you have in abdominal skin. Once you have performed a tummy tuck, it is generally not advisable to liposuction the area, as you may be left with more loose skin. Be sure to address your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes.
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Answer: Lipo before or after a tummy tuck? I would never perform a tummy tuck first and then perform liposuction regardless of one procedure or a two-staged procedure. To determine if you needed a staged procedure would depend upon how thick your abdominal flaps are prior to surgery. If the flaps that would be undermined during the surgery are relatively thin, liposuction on the flaps can be done during the same procedure. If aggressive liposuction is needed to address thick abdominal flaps, then a staged procedure with liposuction first would be in order. The only area where this matters is where tissue will be undermined (i.e. the anterior abdomen between the sternum and umbilicus). All other areas can be addressed aggressively without worrying about tissue compromise, and therefore can be addressed just as definitively during a combined surgery. I hope this helps.
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Answer: Lipo before or after a tummy tuck? I would never perform a tummy tuck first and then perform liposuction regardless of one procedure or a two-staged procedure. To determine if you needed a staged procedure would depend upon how thick your abdominal flaps are prior to surgery. If the flaps that would be undermined during the surgery are relatively thin, liposuction on the flaps can be done during the same procedure. If aggressive liposuction is needed to address thick abdominal flaps, then a staged procedure with liposuction first would be in order. The only area where this matters is where tissue will be undermined (i.e. the anterior abdomen between the sternum and umbilicus). All other areas can be addressed aggressively without worrying about tissue compromise, and therefore can be addressed just as definitively during a combined surgery. I hope this helps.
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October 30, 2014
Answer: Is a tummy tuck better to do before or after liposuction? Liposuction before the tummy tuck will result in thinner flaps and a slightly better result for the tummy tuck.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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Answer: Is a tummy tuck better to do before or after liposuction? Liposuction before the tummy tuck will result in thinner flaps and a slightly better result for the tummy tuck.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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March 27, 2016
Answer: Combine the two if possible It's very common to have liposuction and a tummy tuck procedure at the same time. The tummy and flanks are both common areas to treat during a tummy tuck procedure. Liposuction is typically performed first, and then the tummy tuck procedure is performed. Consultation with your plastic surgeon will help determine which procedures are right for you.
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Answer: Combine the two if possible It's very common to have liposuction and a tummy tuck procedure at the same time. The tummy and flanks are both common areas to treat during a tummy tuck procedure. Liposuction is typically performed first, and then the tummy tuck procedure is performed. Consultation with your plastic surgeon will help determine which procedures are right for you.
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October 29, 2014
Answer: Tummy tuck and lipo usually done together A tummy tuck will include thinning out the fat layer in front of the abdomen, so I assume you are considering lipo in other areas. Depending on how many areas and how much lipo, it is usually all done at the same time. There is no reason to have liposuction on the abdomen before having a tummy tuck.
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Answer: Tummy tuck and lipo usually done together A tummy tuck will include thinning out the fat layer in front of the abdomen, so I assume you are considering lipo in other areas. Depending on how many areas and how much lipo, it is usually all done at the same time. There is no reason to have liposuction on the abdomen before having a tummy tuck.
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