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6 Weeks Post- Modified Tummy Tuck. Skin is Still Wrinkled and Loose.

asked 1 year ago by redhead94
Latest answer by Albert Dabbah, MD
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Tags: wrinkles, 2 months post-op, results

i am 6 weeks out from a modified tt and mr. modified because i kept my bb. i look like i need a tt more than before the surgery and wish i could of got a new bb in order to pull my upper ab skin tighter. i hate the wrinkles in my upper abs. why do you think i look full and should i of had a full tt?

4 answers to 6 Weeks Post- Modified Tummy Tuck. Skin is Still Wrinkled and Loose.

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Wrinkled skin after tummy tuck

You are quite early after your surgery, and should not judge your results, nor should anybody.  You appear to have received a tightening of the deep fascia with minimal scarring, the advantage of some modified tummy tucks. Full tummy tucks, and we perform them weekly on the appropriate patient, leave a long scar, plain and simple.  Patients must decide between having the scar and the inherently greater tightening offered with a fulll tummy tuck vs less tightening of the... more
Brent Moelleken, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

www.drbrent.com

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Full versus mini tummy tuck

There are pros and cons to almost every surgery.  Hopefully you discussed the options with your surgeon.  Sometimes we make the best decision we can make but it may not turn out the way we expect.  If you are unhappy, I recommend waiting at least 3 months from the time of your surgery and ideally 6 months.  Discuss your concerns with your surgeon and determine if a full tummy tuck is a good option for you.
Albert Dabbah, MD

Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon
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6 Weeks Post- Modified Tummy Tuck. Skin is Still Wrinkled and Loose.

Unfortunately the "modified TT" or mini TT was not the correct option for you. You need a second opinion and than have a heart to heart with the surgeon. Best of luck. 
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Full tummy tuck after a mini

Six weeks out may be too soon to tell. Actually with a tummy tuck everyone keeps their belly button. A full tummy tuck will address the laxity around and above the belly button. If the mini tummy tuck has missed the mark, it is possible to revise and complete the full tummy tuck if you are unhappy, though give yourself several months to fully heal beforehand. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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