I gained 60 pounds when I was pregnant with my son and now am covered in stretch marks on my stomach/hips. I also have loose skin on my lower belly. I'm assuming my tattoos on my hips will be completely gone, but what about the feathers? I also have a large tattoo that you can't see on my back and part of my hip. What will happen to that? Will they move? Is it possible to work around them?
Answer: Some patients want their tattoos off along with the abdominoplasty and some want to keep them.
You have to explain to your surgeon what you would like to happen to your tattoo. He/she can then predict the outcome on the location of the tattoo and amount of loose skin in the abdominal/hip area.
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You have to explain to your surgeon what you would like to happen to your tattoo. He/she can then predict the outcome on the location of the tattoo and amount of loose skin in the abdominal/hip area.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Tummy Tuck The location of your tattoo and the place where the surgery is performed are important at this point. It would be wrong to say anything about this without consultation. You can get contact with a Board Certified Surgeon to get the information you need.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Tummy Tuck The location of your tattoo and the place where the surgery is performed are important at this point. It would be wrong to say anything about this without consultation. You can get contact with a Board Certified Surgeon to get the information you need.
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December 18, 2015
Answer: Will a tummy tuck move my tattoos? Judging by your photographs I agree that the tattoos in the lower abdomen will be removed during the course of an abdominoplasty. I don't think the upper feather tattoos be noticeably affected. The remaining tattoos that you described should also be able to be avoided. Make sure you discussed your concerns with your surgeon.My simple and illustrated video may help you--learn more about tummy tucks and other body contouring procedures.
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Answer: Will a tummy tuck move my tattoos? Judging by your photographs I agree that the tattoos in the lower abdomen will be removed during the course of an abdominoplasty. I don't think the upper feather tattoos be noticeably affected. The remaining tattoos that you described should also be able to be avoided. Make sure you discussed your concerns with your surgeon.My simple and illustrated video may help you--learn more about tummy tucks and other body contouring procedures.
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October 5, 2014
Answer: Planning around tattoos I'm not sure any of your tattoos need to be sacrificed. Planning of the operation can be modified to a certain extent.
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Answer: Planning around tattoos I'm not sure any of your tattoos need to be sacrificed. Planning of the operation can be modified to a certain extent.
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February 10, 2015
Answer: Tummy tuck and tattoos
Thanks for the question - the feathers will be stretched slightly but definitely not removed. Not sure if the entirety of the lower tattoos will be completely removed. Best to determine in person. Best of luck.
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Answer: Tummy tuck and tattoos
Thanks for the question - the feathers will be stretched slightly but definitely not removed. Not sure if the entirety of the lower tattoos will be completely removed. Best to determine in person. Best of luck.
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March 20, 2013
Answer: Tattoos Can Be Affected By Abdominoplasty in Many Ways
It’s not uncommon for patients with redundant abdominal tissue to also have tattoos. When they request abdominoplasty they are concerned about how this procedure will affect their tattoos. In many cases they want them removed, while in other cases, they have sentimental value and they want them preserved.
Every patient has unique aesthetic goals and specific anatomic findings which ultimately impact their result. Tattoos can be affected by abdominoplasty in multiple ways. They can lie in the field of resection and disappear with surgery or they can be stretched by skin pull during wound closure.
In your case, your lower abdominal tattoos will most likely be resected during surgery, while your upper abdominal tattoos will potentially be stretched when a traditional abdominoplasty is performed.
It’s important that you discuss your aesthetic goals with your plastic surgeon. There is the potential for modification of the procedure to help accomplish your specific goals.
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Answer: Tattoos Can Be Affected By Abdominoplasty in Many Ways
It’s not uncommon for patients with redundant abdominal tissue to also have tattoos. When they request abdominoplasty they are concerned about how this procedure will affect their tattoos. In many cases they want them removed, while in other cases, they have sentimental value and they want them preserved.
Every patient has unique aesthetic goals and specific anatomic findings which ultimately impact their result. Tattoos can be affected by abdominoplasty in multiple ways. They can lie in the field of resection and disappear with surgery or they can be stretched by skin pull during wound closure.
In your case, your lower abdominal tattoos will most likely be resected during surgery, while your upper abdominal tattoos will potentially be stretched when a traditional abdominoplasty is performed.
It’s important that you discuss your aesthetic goals with your plastic surgeon. There is the potential for modification of the procedure to help accomplish your specific goals.
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