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?

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14 Doctor Answers | Asked by donna1947 in Angleton TX

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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... more

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!

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!

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... more

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.

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.

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... more

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.

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.

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.