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Is Smart Lipo Recommended for Weight Loss Patient?

I am an active and fit 34 year old mum of 2. 20 years ago I lost 90lbs and except for my two pregnancies - I have managed through diet and exercise to keep this weight off. I am 5'8" tall and weigh 140lbs. I feel my problem areas are my inner thigh, abdomen, flanks and buttocks.

I understand a Tummy Tuck combined with Smart Lipo would provide the best result but I am more afraid of the significant scarring associated with a Tummy Tuck than I am the prospect of living with my stretch marks. Advice please? Thank You!

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3 Doctor Answers | Asked by NiceFace in North Wales

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Liposuction Candidate?

Thank you for the question. Congratulations on your significant/ successful weight loss. Based on your description, I am concerned that you will not be a good candidate for liposuction surgery. “Ideal” liposuction patient candidates present with isolated diet and exercise resistant adipose tissue collection, with overlying skin that demonstrates adequate elasticity ( to “bounce back” after the adipose tissue has been removed). Furthermore, good... more

Be concerned about any kind of liposuction

You have exess skin and minimal extra fat, Liposuction (laser lipo, vaser lipo, cool lipo or any other lipo) will remove the extra fat and some degree of skin tightening based on the kind of lipo. Liposuction will have minimal sucess and may make it worse. You will some skin skin removal and lift.

Kamran Khoobehi, MD

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New Orleans Plastic Surgeon

Smart Lipo for weight loss patient

It is a personal decision you should make with the operating surgeon. Yes, your enclosed photo helps but an in person evaluation is the best way to evaluate you and your issues. I would do a mini tummy tuck + Smart Lipo as my options.

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