Smart Lipo for loose abdomen after Mini Tummy Tuck?

I had Mini Tummy Tuck done 3 months ago. Now, my abs look loose, and it looks like I have cellulite. Will Smart Lipo help with this?

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4 answers to “Smart Lipo for loose abdomen after...”

A: You can't shrink loose skin

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

If excess skin is part of your aesthetic problem, there is no modality that will fix the problem except for surgical removal-period. I use both ultrasound and the laser as part of liposuction in selected patients where they might benefit from a very modest amount of tightening (which is all that can ever be... more

A: Quite honestly, there is nothing too smart about Smart Lipo used for skin tightening

Reza  Nabavian, MD

 Liposuction at its best, is a procedure to remove fat, not to tighten skin.  Plastic surgeons as a group would disagree on discernible skin tightening features of laser or ultrasound assisted liposuction.  Performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, liposuction can be followed by some degree of... more

A: How to correct loose skin after mini tummy tuck

Barry E. DiBernardo, MD

One has to ask why there would be loose skin after the surgical procedure if it is to pull the skin tight. The answer is often poor skin elasticity from sun, age, or genetics. SmartLipo or Laser assisted Liposuction could be used for the skin component only to stimulate the cells to produce more collagen and... more

A: Mini tummy tuck works only if you look great above belly button.

George J. Beraka, MD

Hi. Too many women have mini tummy tuck because it sounds less scary. I am afraid you need a full tummy tuck, from your description. Avoid Smart Lipo. I don't think liposuction will help you. You need more skin removed.

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