Tummy Tuck Revision: Q&A
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2nd Tummy Tuck
A 36 yr old, had a tummy tuck done 6.5 weeks ago. Unhappy with the results as I went to see the surgeon 5 weeks post op, he performed a full tummy tuck but explained that he was unable to pull all of the loose skin all the way down because of the bleeding pattern and made a decision based on that to minimize the chances of the skin dying. He recommended a revision in about 8-10 mths as I was extremely unhappy. Does his explanation make any sense and will the revision make any difference.
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salpi1975
in Woodbridge
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Revision tummy tuck
It is difficult for me to determine what went on during your surgery based on your comments alone. But I would guess that your surgeon was concerned about the blood supply to the skin during your tummy tuck. Your surgeon may have modified your surgery intraoperatively to prevent a healing problem that could have manifested as skin necrosis (a rare tummy tuck complication where part of your skin turns black and dies). I hear you loud and clear that...
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Revision tummy tucks
This story does not make much sense to me, however this is difficult to comment on without examining you and knowing your medical history. Based on your photos, you appear to have more skin which will need to be removed and I do agree you should wait at least 10 more months. You may want to get a second opinion in the meantime if you are not clear on your surgeon's explanation of what was done.
Consult with a board certified plastic surgeon for a more comprehensive examination...
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Unhappy with tummy tuck
It is possible that during the surgery, your surgeon found that the circulation to your tissue was poor and he was unable to pull you as tight as he would have liked. This scenario does not happen often, but it can happen. It looks like you still have some skin excess in the lower abdomen. I would follow your surgeon's advice and wait at least 6 months to allow your tummy to heal. He should be able to perform a revision and remove the excess skin that is left...
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Revision tummy tuck
It is possible that your surgeon was concerned about blood flow to the skin and so he played it safe and did less than planned. While it may not seem ideal, preventing skin loss/death is important. Give it at least 6 months and see how things look. If a revision is needed, it may only require removing a strip of skin above the incision.
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Revision Tummy Tuck
My first question is this: was your surgeon a reputable, board certified plastic surgeon? Do you have an underlying medical condition that was or was not disclosed prior to the procedure? Do you smoke? There are too many questions and not enough answers to give an opinion. I would seek a second opinion. You do need to keep in mind that no surgeon would want a patient to have an undesirable result. Your health and well being are far more important to a reputable...
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Revision of Tummy Tuck Can Achieve A Good Final Result
The good news is that your scar is very low, the belly button is inset symmetrically and you did not have any healing problems...and you most certainly have had some improvement over where you started. While there is some excessive and bunched up skin along the incision line, that can be easily improved by a revisional procedure at some point. I suspect that the amount of skin to be removed was lessened during surgery to avoid the risk of excessive tension and wound healing problems. Whi
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2nd Tummy Tuck
Very hard to answer if the issue was a circulatory one or very poor planning by your chosen surgeon. Either way your result is poor. I might ask for partial refund and seek another surgeon. From MIAMI DR. Darryl j. Blinski
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Tummy tuck revision can pay off
The explanation does not make much sense. Bleeding is a vary rare issue during tummy tuck. Not pulling the skin all the way down, fairly common, but the closure is not very pretty. Before we shame your surgeon too much, your abdominal contour is good, belly button is inset nicely, and the transverse scar is nice and low and will be concealed well under clothing. A scar such as yours will do very well with revision after six months. Unfortunate that it happened, but if your surgeon will...
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Tummy Tucks and Recovery
Be patient. You are far too early to assess. Healing takes 1 year. You look pretty good for just 6 weeks. At 6 weeks many people are unhappy. Enjoy, exercise, and at one year you may need nothing. Yes, your surgeon does make sense and had to make the best decision for you. Sticking with your original surgeon is always best. 6 weeks is no time to even remotely consider or discuss revisions. Good luck.
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Revision Tummy Tuck
Thank you for your question and photos.
Safety should always be the first concern during surgery and it sounds like your surgeon was being cautious. Give your body time to heal. I agree that waiting at least 6 months is a good idea and if you need a revision at that time, it can be discussed further.
Best Wishes!
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Tummy tuck revision
I do not feel comfortable commenting on your surgeon's explanation, regarding your tummy tuck, without having had the opportunity to discuss your case with him directly. At 61/2 weeks post op it is still very early and I would not suggest surgical revision right now, especially if your surgeon expressed a concern with the blood supply to this area. I would wait at least 6 to 12 months and if not improved a revision could be considered. If...
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Is he a "real plastic surgeon?"
Hello,
This is suboptimal to say the least. Unless you have a medical reason that the surgery could not go as planned I think your surgeon got into more than he (or she) could handle. You look like more of a extended tummy tuck or lower body lift candidate from the looks of things anyway. Lesser surgery does not work well for larger issues.
Get the financial aspects solved with your original surgeon and seek advice elsewhere. You need an experienced qualified doctor this time...
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Non-ideal outcome from a tummy tuck
The explanation as you describe does not make sense particularly in conjunction with the photo you posted. Was this performed by a plastic surgeon? Was it done in an office or outpatient center?
The closure seems to be poorly designed and executed. There may be more issues to this but this should be addressed at around 6 months. If it wasn't performed by a board certified plastic surgeon, find yourself one who can address the shortcomings.
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Revision tumm tuck
It is unclear what transpired in the opreating room, but of course I was not there and you have to believe that your surgeon was trying to look out for your best interests. I agree you will probably need a revision in 6 months to a year.
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What????
I don't know what was done, or who did it. The result is unacceptable in my humble opinion, and the explanation that you give makes no sense to me.
Is this doctor experienced and a board certified ps?
If there were that significant circulation problem, that should have been noted before surgery, and this should have been avoided.
I am interested to hear the answers. You on the other hand should not expect that much improvement. Go to an experienced ps,...
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Don't Understand the Need for a Tummy Tuck Revision
Without seeing your BEFORE photograph it is hard to judge your result. It appears your surgeon was unable to remove your original belly button opening resulting in a vertical scar but the amount of pleating and gathering suggests you had a skin excess for which he tried minimizing the lateral horizontal scar extension. The two do not usually go together. Yes - there are times we have to change a plan in mid-surgery but it is NOT clear from your description and photograph WHY the blood...
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