Tummy Tuck: Q&A
Ask a QuestionTummy Tuck Totally Confused After Two Consultations? (photo)
I had 2 consultations both with board certified plastic surgeons. I seem even more confused. I was hoping you guys would shed some light. 1. One said lipo on abd with tuck was fine, the other said no it causes healing issue? 2 Next was my incision, one said I might have vertical and horizontal what causes this? 3. I attached a photo cause one said I would have a slight bulge the other I would be flat?? Where on a tummy tuck is it safe to lipo?
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Kansascurious123
in Kansas
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A full tummy tuck with or without liposuction is likely your best option.
Thank you for your question and the photos.
A full tummy tuck with or without liposuction is likely your best option. I do not think that you would need a vertical scar.
To be sure, see two or more board-certified plastic surgeons in your area for a full and complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have surgery. I hope this helps.
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Surgeons have different techniques and experiences; choose wisely
In regards to the differences in the approach of two or more plastic surgeons, this is frequently seen because different surgeons have different experiences and perform operations with different techniques. In some cases, it’s not possible to take all of the lower segment of the abdominal skin and fat out and end up with no vertical scar, but in some cases it is. Additionally, a small bulge can be seen after tummy tuck because there is fat that still remains, and sometimes it...
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Every PS is different and each has their own techniques on doing the procedure. Having a full tummy tuck with Liposuction of the upper abdomen is reasonable depending on the situation. Without an exam it will be hard to determine what type of incision you would require.
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You are confused how about us. The posted photo really is not to helpful. Either post more photos in a frontal view or obtain more in person consults. The TT wityh a possible vertical component is more common today because you have border line amount of skin to be excised. And never put tension on the closure because than possible wound healing issues can occur. It think liposuction with limited superior undermining is the standard today or as the new term "Lipoabdominalplasty". Lipo on hips...
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Looking at just the one photo that you submitted, it would be unwise to NOT do lipo at the time of your tummy tuck.Yes there is a continuing debate about safety when these 2 procedures are done at the same time but I can assure you it can and should be done.Over 20yrs ago, the concept of doing a lipoabdominoplasty was introduced and the details of how to combine the 2 procedures safely have been available to any informed plastic surgeon since then.With regards to your incision, the vertical...
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Sorry, you have stumbled in on an evolving issue amongst plastic surgeons. The older amongst us were trained to avoid it at all times or risk necrosis of the lower central skin, but the younger ones learned how to do it sparingly but safely. I was once "older" but now I've joined the newer approach. Every surgeon recommends what works best in his hands and both camps are right. From the looks of your photo, I would recommend the modified inguinal scar tummy tuck with muscle repair...
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