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What Treatment is Best?

asked 1 year ago by SophieOrange in Sheffield
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 255 times
Tags: abdomen, waist, after weight loss

Hi, I am 5ft 7 and 126 lbs. I've lost a lot of weight over a long period time and now really like my body...except! I love my arms,bust,bum and legs it's just I still have a tummy.Quite a big tummy. My hips are about a size 8 and my tummy is certainly not!I need to get the weight of my back,waist,tummy and sides so I'm in proportion. I'm not sure how many areas this is?Cost and best treatment.What should I do? Thanks Sophiexx

8 answers to What Treatment is Best?

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Reshaping the abdomen with lipo: are you and apple or a pear?

As you are aware liposuction and all forms of body contouring surgery such as abdominoplasty are for reshaping not weight loss. From your description, it sounds like you have the classic "apple" body which is a genetically determined pattern of fat distribution that favors retaining the extra around the middle while the legs and other areas are ok (the pear is big outer thighs and skinny waist.) . This body shape is very resistant to change with exercise and diet so body... more
Richard Baxter, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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BMI less than 20?- Ideal Waist Hip Ratio is about 0.7

If your height and weight are accurate, then your BMI is less than 20.  In my experience, that usually means that your body fat is probably on the low side.  You should be examined by a boarded surgeon who can decide with you what the best course of action is for you.  Some people do have diet and exercise resistant areas of fat on their bodies, and this is usually hereditary (someone else in your family have the same problem?)  If you were pregnant, you may also have... more
Claudio DeLorenzi, MD

Toronto Plastic Surgeon
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Circufrerential torso fullness after significant weight loss

In all likelihood, the fullness is redundant and loose skin and the best option would be a circumferential body lift or demolipectomy procedure.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Weight loss and liposuction

You may not have excess fat based on your height and weight, but you should be examined by a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologic surgeon and an examination can determine if you need skin tightening, fat removal or a tummy tuck.
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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Options for body Contouring Procedures

It is impossible to formulate a game plan for treatment options without photos and  history and physical examination.  Tummy tucks and other body lift procedures are most effective for skin and muscle laxity while liposuction may be more appropriate for  residual fat deposits despite adequate diet and exercise. Consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon experienced in these procedures may be your best bet.
Stephen Delia, M.D.

Boston Plastic Surgeon
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Tummy options

Without an exam and a bit more history, it is difficult to say what would benefit you. You may require a tummy tuck, or just liposuction
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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5 foot 7 inches and 126 pounds-thin!

Sophie Weight of 126 pounds and height of 5'7'" suggests a body mass index of 19.5.  This is at the lower end of normal.  If you lost significant weight to reach this weight, it is possible that you now have excess skin contributing to your contour issues.  A body lift by a board certified general plastic surgeon may be a consideration.  However, recognize that there are some signifiant downsides.  The most important of which is the visible scars... more
Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Best treatment option impossible to tell with out picture

By your description you could be a candidate for liposuction or a body lift procedure.  If you have loose skin around the abdomen, hips and waist you will need a lift procedure.  If you only have fat accumulations you can get by with liposcution.  Your situation will probably require a consultation to come up with a plan that fits your goals at this time. Best Wishes Dr. Peterson
Marcus L. Peterson, MD

Saint George Plastic Surgeon

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