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At 63, Am I Too Old to Have Tummy Tuck?
I have had "smiley" surgeries and now have a fatty hangover. I am not overweight but appear so with my fat stomach. I'm 63; am I too old for a tummy tuck?
Asked 26 months ago by
donna1947 in Angleton TX
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Too old for a tummy tuck?
If you are physically healthy, and your cardiogram, stress test and physical exam and blood tests are OK, chances are you are still a good candidate for a tummy tuck. A top surgeon will go over with you what risks are associated with the procedure at your age with your general health.
Good luck. It should be transformative!
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Tummy Tuck cosmetic surgery at 63
I often operate on women who are 63 or older for tummy tuck procedure. Many women at this age are tired of the extra loose skin and fat they have had in the abdomen area for years and finally want to do something about it. Most often these women have tried diet and exercise and now realized that the best improvement would be to have cosmetic surgery.
At your complimentary consultation, we will discuss the necessary labs you will need to have general anesthesia and this operation normally...
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Have a tummy tuck if you're healthy, no matter the age
I believe there is German (?) proverb which says "it is not how old you are, but how you are old" which matters.
If you are healthy, at or close to your ideal weight, and are medically cleared for surgery, there is no reason to wait.
Good luck!
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Age for Tummy Tuck
Age is not as important as the remainder of your health history. You'll need to be fit to have this surgery enough to recovery from it. Unless you have major medical conditions and if you can tolerate a normal amount of exercise you're probably able to have this surgery. Nonetheless, you'll need a few labs and an EKG prior to your surgery. If you have other illnesses sometimes we'll request the aid of a cardiologist or some form of medical specialist to clear and prepare you for surgery...
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Age limit for tummy tucks
Chronological age is irrelevant It is your physiological age that is most important.
If you are in good general health without heart or lung disease, remain physically active and eat right you certainly are a candidate for a tummy tuck. Of course, you should be evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon to determine if that in fact will allow you to achieve the goals you have.
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Age vs. good candidate for tummy tuck
Your age is not as important as your physical condition. If you are a non-smoker, in good health (good bp, no diabetes, no heart problems), you more or less can undergo a tummy tuck at any age. I do recommend that you get a complete physical exam with appropriate tests prior to undergoing surgery however.
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Tummy tuck in older patient
Donna1947
Thanks for the question. In general, if you do not have an underlying medical condition precluding you from undergoing a surgical procedure, your age, in most cases, should not be a factor in determining your candidacy for a cosmetic surgical procedure. In my practice, patients over the age of 45 require a medical work-up and "clearance" by an internist, which may include nothing more than a check up, an ECG and some basic labs, or may be as extensive as undergoing a...
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Too Old For Tummy Tuck?
There is no age limit for a tummy tuck or any cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic surgery, like any surgery, must be done safely. Therefore it is your overall health that matters. However, as we age our skin gets gradually thinner and this can have consequences with healing.
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Best age for a tummy tuck
The most important factor when considering any elective surgery is your overall general health. If you are in good health and have no significant medical problems, then your age will not preclude you from surgery. I would get a thorough physical exam, if you haven't had one in the past year, just to be on the safe side.
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Age and tummy tucks
Cosmetic surgery is a combination of anatomy and risks. If you have the anatomical problem that surgery can fix then all that matters are the risks, not the age. Age is a relative factor and their are plenty of patients over 60 that undergo tummy tucks with great benefits especially if you are fit, active, and healthy.
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Age for a tummy tuck
If you are physiologically young and in good general health, not overweight, and don't smoke, this would still be a reasonable surgery for you to consider. It's not too late!
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Age is just a number, seek to add life to your years
What really matters is your general health and whether you have any medical contraindications that would complicate the recovery from surgery. If you are not overweight, generally in good health, and lead an active lifestyle, you are likely to do well with your tummy tuck, at 63, or even at 73. Your surgeon will need to evaluate your health variables carefully and can make the appropriate recommendations to proceed or not based on his risk assessments.
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Tummy Tuck during 60's is okay if you're healthy
I have performed tummy tucks on patients your age and older. The actual age is much less important than your state of health. If you are in relatively good health, the risks of a tummy tuck at 63 years of age should be relatively low. It is difficult to tell from your description if you would require a full tummy tuck or a mini-tummy tuck. You should obtain a consultation with a Board-certified plastic surgeon.
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You may still be a tummy tuck candidate at 63
It all depends on your medical history and physical evaluation by a board certified plastic surgeon. I recently did a Full Tummy Tuck with muscle repair + Body Jet Lipo and Fat transfer to the buttock on a medically cleared 75 year old. So yes, you may be a candidate. Regards
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