Is There Anything Else I Can Research Before I Go to See a Surgeon? (photo)

I am thinking I am going to need a full tummy tuck, and an inner thigh lift to correct, is there anything else that can be done that I can research before I go see a qualified surgeon?

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Tummy tuck and inner thigh lift

By the look of your abdominal photo, it looks like you would benefit from a tummy tuck and you may very well benefit from an inner thigh lift. Good luck.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Is there anything you can research before I go see a surgeon?

I'm glad that you used the word "qualified" in your question. This means that you are on the right track and that that you are likely already aware that the most important pre-consultation research that you can do is to make sure that you are seeing a board certified plastic surgeon. Following this, it is always helpful to get recommendations from friends who have seen a particular plastic surgeon as this can give you good insight into how the entire experience may go.... more

Experience is the Answer to Excellent Body Lift & Thigh Lift Results.

Thank you very much for your question. You are already off to a good start by asking questions about tummy tucks, body lifts and thighlifts in a professional forum such as real self. You obviously can interact with other patients also to learn about their experience. With respect to your choice of a surgeon, I would recommend at a minimum seeing a board certified Plastic Surgeon. Someone with Fellowship training in Aesthetic Surgery is also helpful. They should... more

Research Prior to Surgery

Thank you for your question and photos. Choosing a well experienced, well qualified plastic surgeon is key so starting your research at the American Board of Plastic Surgery Website is a good place to start. Also, viewing the surgeon's work with before and after photos, reading reviews and/or speaking to other patients who have had these procedures is always helpful as well. Best Wishes.

For Body Lift Lockwood technique is safest

Research items for Body Lift: Go to plasticsurgery.org to check if your surgeon is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, or to find one near your area Ask how many he has done last year Ask to see pre and post op pictures Ask to speak to a previous patient to see what the experience was like. My favorite technique is the Lockwood technique because it results in better blood supply, less complications, and faster healing. Ask your... more

Research before surgery

You have already started your research by going on line. Consider asking friends for referrals. Also research the physicians you choose. Read online reviews as well as check the Plasticsurgery.org website for board certified plastic surgeon.

Tummy tuck, inner thigh lift.

When you ready for an in person consultation, RealSelf has listings of surgeons in your area. You should consider cross referencing the listings from the The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (plasticsurgery dot org). A listing in the ASPS website assures you that your surgeon is not only board certified, but also is a member in good standing of the major plastic surgery organization in the U. S. This provides a high level of screening from which to begin your search... more

Researching Plastic Surgeons

The most important research you can perform is to make certain your surgeon is certified by the ABPS. Search the ASPS and ASAPS websites whose members must be board certified. You can also ask your physician and/or friends for their recommendations.

Besides An Abdominoplasty And Medial Thigh Tuck, What Surgeries May I Need?

I would agree with you that an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) would be an excellent procedure to improve your abdominal aesthetics. A well done abdominoplasty also pulls up the mons pubis and, to some extent, the anterior inner thighs. Therefore, your surgeon may recommend just liposuction of the inner thighs at the same time as an abdominoplasty, saving you both time and money. The loose skin on your abdomen is often mimicked by some degree of buttocks droop and some... more

First find a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeon certified Plastic Surgeon, then look at their before and after photos

Find a plastic surgeon who has passed their Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Plastic Surgery certification. Then read some reviews (keep in mind that the occasional disgruntled patient accusing a surgeon of 'butchering' someone may not really be 'butchering') and then see the surgeon to see if you can trust the person, do they have the knowledge/experience to deliver the results you want (based on their before and after pics... you want to see more than 2 or 3 best... more