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Tummy Tuck for a 22 Year Old Mother of 2?

asked 1 year ago by FrostedCupcakes in Southern,NH
Latest answer by Adil Ceydeli, MD
Question viewed 795 times
Tags: age 18-24, stretch marks, female, after pregnancy

I'm 22, and I have two small boys. I have no plans of ever having more children, and have been considering a tummy tuck. What's the difference between a full tummy tuck and a mini one? I have wayyy too many stretch marks (you can't really see them too well in the pictures, but trust me..they are EVERYWHERE!) and this flab of skin that hangs over my jeans. I've done every exercise in the world trying to tighten it and it just wont go away. Do you think it is the right option for me?

12 answers to Tummy Tuck for a 22 Year Old Mother of 2?

Forget about mini

You will have a nice result with a true tummy tuck with muscle tightening, which will give you a nice groove on your upper abdomen, and flatten the lower as well. don't consider a mini, will be a wrong choice.

Adil Ceydeli, MD
Panama City Plastic Surgeon

Tummy tuck vs. Mini tummy tuck

Based on your description, you would get a better cosmetic result from a full tummy tuck. Although tummy tuck can have a longer recovery, it will provide a more powerful result. Tummy tuck addresses not only removing the excess skin and fat but also tightening the muscle from the upper and lower abdominal muscle. Mini tummy tuck will only address the lower abdomen. If you are done with having babies and medically healthy, visit board-certified plastic surgeons in your... more

Sugene Kim, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Choosing among different tummy tuck options: mini versus full >>>See attached web page link for numerous similar results.

From this picture and you're description, I would likely recommend an extended tummy tuck which is depicted in a video on the attached link. There are other videos at the bottom of the page whcih illustrate another extended result.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Tummy Tuck Results

Based on the pictures, you look like you would benefit from an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). During this procedure, the excess skin will be excised and the underlying muscles tightened. However, you would need a complete evaluation in person before deciding on which procedure is best for you. Good luck.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

www.ShaferPlasticSurgery.com

A Tummy Tuck Abdominoplasty would be just right for you.

A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty will remove the excess skin and fat from your stomach as well as tighten the muscles to make the contour flatter. There are several different types of tummy tuck as I illustrate on my web site. Determining what would be best for you can only be done by examination in the doctors office. I think you will be pleased with the results of any tummy tuck you get, but you want to be sure to have the optimal technique used. G. Gregory Gallico, III, MD,... more

G. Gregory Gallico III, MD
Boston Plastic Surgeon

Tummy Tuck is an Excellent Option

Hi there- Based on the photo you posted, the fact that your are healthy and have completed your family, and the problems with your appearance you would like improved, I think you are an excellent candidate for a tummy tuck. A Mini Tummy Tuck is not such a good option, as only the lower abdomen is addressed- I think you would most likely be very disappointed with the outcome of this alternative. More important than whether you have a mini or more extensive abdominoplasty,... more

Armando Soto, MD
Orlando Plastic Surgeon

www.DrArmandoSoto.com

Best Option to to tighten the Tummy in a mother of two

Regarding: "I'm 22, and I have two small boys. I have no plans of ever having more children, and have been considering a tummy tuck. What's the difference between a full tummy tuck and a mini one? I have wayyy too many stretch marks (you can't really see them too well in the pictures, but trust me..they are EVERYWHERE!) and this flab of skin that hangs over my jeans. I've done every exercise in the world trying to tighten it and it just wont go away. Do you think it... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Mini tummy tuck or full tummy tuck

After two pregnancies, you would benefit from either a full or mini tummy tuck. It is difficult to fully evaluate which would be best from your photos. If you have a lot of loose skin and stretch marks, a full tummy-tuck would give you a better result. Full tummy tucks are a bit more involved in terms of recovery, but will tighten your abdomen much more than a mini tummy-tuck. I would recommend a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Best regards, Andrew Lyos MD,... more

Andrew Lyos, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Tummy tuck

Dear Frosted, After two pregnancies it is likely that you would need a full tummy tuck. There are several variations on the tummy tuck, all of which might be considered a mini tummy tuck. I recommend that you visit a board certified plastic surgeon in your area for a full consultation. In this economy it should be easy to find someone offering free consultations. Good luck! see video

Kenneth R. Francis, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Tummy-Tuck at 22yo Is POSSIBLE

Based on your limited picture,it is hard to say what is a better procedure for you. Either one of them works in the right circumstance. It really depends on what you want to go through with regards to extent of surgery and the recovery. A mini-tuck is a much easier recovery then a full, but is not as powerful and cannot remove and tighten as much. A full abdominoplasty is a very powerful surgery, allowing you to recontour the abdomen a fair amount, but the... more

Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD
Barrington Plastic Surgeon

Full vs Mini Tummy Tuck in Young Mother

Although an exam would be useful, it appears that you are a good candidate for a full tummy tuck, especially if you plan no additional pregnancies. This would allow tightening of your muscle and the opportunity to remove more excess skin than would a mini-tummy tuck.

John Whitt, MD
Louisville Plastic Surgeon

Tummy Tuck for a 22 Year Old Mother of 2

Thanks for the question and side view photo. Yes you are a candidate for either. But over the internet very difficult to get specific. Seek in person opinions. My choice is a Full tummy tuck because you mentioned stretch marks.