Concerns About Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks

I am considering getting a tummy tuck, My problem is not a loose skin or loose muscle but a severe case of stretch marks from hip to hip and aprox 2...

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Pregnancy Stretch Marks

When I was 8 months along in my pregnancy, I got PUPPP which created very severe stretch marks. I have these stretch marks little over a inch above my...

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Getting Rid of Stretch Marks and Sagging Skin?

I have a little bit of sagging skin and very shallow stretch marks on my tummy. I also have almost unnoticable stretch marks on my butt and breasts...

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Tummy Tuck for Skin, Fat, and Stretch Marks After Pregnancy?

I'm 5'11 and 249 lbs. After pregnancy, I have a hanging mass of skin, fat, and stretch marks. I went from 186 lbs to 277 lbs. I have zero...

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Can I Avoid Large Tummy Tuck Scar from Hip Bone to Hip Bone?

I have had two children and have tried every cream, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels to help reduce my stretch marks and discoloration on my...

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Am I a Good Candidate for a Full or Mini Tummy Tuck?

After having 4 children and from yo yo dieting, my stomach is a mess. I have lots of stretch marks and lower abdominal loose skin. I have been to 2...

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Tummy Tuck or Belly Button Surgery?

I have stretch marks and loose skin around my belly button. Do I need a tummy tuck or belly button surgery?

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Will a Tummy Tuck Get Rid of All my Stretchmarks and Belly Button Piercing Scar?

I've had children and had a nice flat tummy before, and wanted to know if a tummy tuck will help with the orange peel looking skin and stretch...

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Tummy Tuck to Remove Stretch Marks Above Belly Button?

I'm 23 and I have stretch marks from my lower abdomen up to my breasts from being overweight. Will a Tummy tuck get rid of the upper abdomen stretch...

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Stretch Marks After Tummy Tuck

I just had a Tummy Tuck six weeks ago.The first four week after surgery I didn't notice any stretch marks at all. But the last two weeks I started to...

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Tummy Tuck to Remove Stretch Marks and Improve Belly Button?

I'm 21 and would like to remove stretch marks, tighten up the skin and improve the appearance of my navel. What procedure(s) should I look into? Am I...

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How to Fix Protrusion Left After Umbilical Hernia Repair?

I am 9 mos postpartum (twins). This was my second pregnancy. They were big (7 lbs) and carried to term. Amazingly, I have not a single stretch mark...

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Tummy Tuck Did Not Get Rid of Stretchmarks

I am two weeks post-op from my tummy tuck. I am happy with how flat my belly is but I'm not happy with the results of my stretch marks I still have...

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Will a Tummy Tuck Reveal Six Pack Abs?

I've been told that I have great abdominal muscles under the flab. Is it possible that if there's a 6 pack under there? I plan on having a tt. I...

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Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks but Without Loose Skin?

Hello, my name is Gabriela. I'm 24 years old. I have a lot of stretch marks because of my pregnancy, my daughter is 6 months now. I've already done...

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Remove Excess Skin and Fat Inplace of Tummy Tuck?

After gaining almost 80 pounds during my pregnancy and giving birth to a 10 pound baby, I have stretch that have faded to white and loose skin around...

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Which Procedure is Best for my Situation? Tummy Tuck or Liposculpture?

I'm a 25 year old female that is 5'7 and I currently weigh 142lbs. After having my son, my stomach hasn't returned to it's original...

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Is It Possible for a Tummy Tuck Scar Below C Section Scar?

I am 23 years old. After a twin pregnancy, my stomach is full of stretch marks and I have loose, sagging skin. Im 5' 11", 179 lbs with a goal...

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Can I Benefit from Mini Tummy Tuck or Tummy Tuck?

I am young but I have had three children and as a result I have extreme stretch marks. I am very slim with flat abs but i do have loose skin and...

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Stretch Marks and Swelling After Tummy Tuck

I had a Tummy Tuck and I still have some stretch marks. My stomach looks way better, but I'm concerned that when the swelling goes down, I'll back to...

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Will Tummy Tuck Get Rid of Old Horizontal Scar?

Is it possible to get rid of the old scar during Tummy tuck? it runs 5" to 6" horizontally 1/2" to1" above my bellybutton. I have...

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How to Determine Which Kind of Tummy Tuck is Appropriate?

I have a 3-year-old and 4-year-old. I know I need some sort of tummy tuck, but I heard there are two different kinds. Please tell me what I could do...

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Vertical Loose Skin/loose Stretch Marks After Tummy Tuck?

I had a tt 2 weeks ago. The Dr. told me that my stomach muscles were 15 cm apart-more than the average patient. I was told I was a very good candidate...

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Weight Loss Before Tummy Tuck

I am 5 foot 3 and weigh 130 pounds. Would I have to lose weight to get a Tummy Tuck? I have a pouch for a belly and with stretch marks. I also have...

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Tummy Tuck or Other Options for Shelf Abdomen and Stretch Marks?

I am 5'4 and 140 lbs in the picture. I've lost 31 lbs and going to lose 35 lbs more. Do you think the shelf will go away with weight loss? Do you...

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Insurance Coverage on Tummy Tuck for Relieving Pain?

Iam a female police officer, who has had three children. I am thinking about having a tummy tuck, because when I wear my gun belt, the loose skin...

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Do I Need to Lose More Weight Before I Consider a Tummy Tuck?

I am 21 years old and two years ago I weighed 260 pounds and I am 5'7" and I now currently weigh 180 pounds. The skin on my stomach is very...

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Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss but Before Child Bearing?

I am 26, I had gastric bypass surgery and am now at my goal weight and would like to get a Tummy Tuck. My question is, I haven't had any kids yet, but...

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Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks and Loose Skin?

Will Tummy Tuck take care of loose skin and stretch marks? I have both and I just turned 19 years old. I hate not being able to wear a bathing suit,...

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Options in Belly Fat Removal After Pregnancy?

I want to get rid of the belly fat for good, the thing is, I'm not done having children. My belly contains a lot of fat, and I have a severe case of...

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Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks Without Vertical Incision?

I am considering a Tummy Tuck. I have lost about 60 lbs and want to lose a further 30 lbs. I have many stretch marks that extend all the way up about...

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Tummy Tuck for Removal of Stretch Marks

I'm considering a tummy tuck with lipo to remove stretch marks from pregnancy in January 2011 I'm 26 with one child and no intentions of...

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Ideal Weight for a Tummy Tuck for Patient with Thyroid Issues?

I gained 80 lbs in 28 weeks of pregnancy due to HELLP syndrome and renal failure. I have stretch marks and loose skin everywhere. I have had weight...

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Tummy Tuck Through C-section Incision

I am 41 mom of four and would like to get rid of excess fat and stretch marks on my abdomen; can it be done through my C-section scar in bikini area...

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How Effective is Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks?

I have severe stretch marks from pregnancy that go above my belly button. How much of this can I expect to reduce with a Tummy Tuck? I am within...

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I'm 8 Days Post TT and Feel Extreme Stretching - Will I Get New Stretch Marks?

I had a full TT with muscle repair 8 days ago. I'm 5'8" and weigh 145 pounds. I am not able to stand up straight and every time I'm...

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Full Tummy Tuck or Mini for stretch marks and loose skin

I have 4 year old daughter. When I was pregnant I went from 115 lbs to 198 lbs... all in the belly!!! I have lost a lot of it and now, like the...

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Do You Think I Will Get a Totally Flat Abdomen with Full TT W/ MR?

I was totally psyched about getting the full TT w/ MR. But after reading alot of things from other women I'm wondering if my expectations are too...

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Which Tummy Tuck Do I Need? (photo)

Ok, as you can see I have a particularly beastly stomach. I had 2 c sections, one of which was an emergency. Believe it or not I do work out regularly...

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What Tummy Tuck is Best for 30 Year Old Mother?

I'm from Ohio, 30 yr old mother of 14, 2, and 1 year old. I have saggy belly that hangs looks like an old lady's belly with stretch marks from the...

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Is A TT or Laser Treatment Best For My Horrible Stretch Marks?

I'm 18 5ft tall and 118lbs. I recently had a baby 4 months ago and now I'm flabby and have horrible stretchmarks because I was very tiny and...

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Mini Tummy Tuck or Full Tummy Tuck?

I had a child 3 years ago & am now 22 years old. Im still considered a thin person but i have a little bit of loose skin & stretchmarks below...

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Tummy Tuck for a 22 Year Old Mother of 2?

I'm 22, and I have two small boys. I have no plans of ever having more children, and have been considering a tummy tuck. What's the difference...

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Can a Tummy Tuck Remove Stretch Marks on Hips?

After I had my son I was covered in stretch marks. The ones on my stomach are either at or under the level of my belly button and wrap around both my...

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Mini Instead of Full Tummy Tuck to Avoid Scarring?

I am wanting a Tummy Tuck (TT) so bad, although I have researched them tremendously, I have came across Mini Tummy Tucks. I am 23 years old and have 2...

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Tummy Tuck, Mini, Modified? What's the Difference and How Different Are the Scars?

I asked how a doctor decides what kind of tummy tuck a patient needs, I got great responses but now I am left wondering about the scars, and what a...

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Tummy Tuck Still Possible Some Time After Laser Liposuction Procedures?

If you get Smart Lipo or Vaser Lipo and then decide a few months or so down the road that you want a tummy tuck, is that even possible since you wont...

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Should I Get a Full or Mini Tummy Tuck

I have had 3 pregnancies, 2 c-sections. I am 5'4 and weigh 120lbs. I want to get a tummy tuck to get rid of stretch marks and tighten the...

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Percent of TCA Peel for Scars and Stretch Marks?

I was wondering if I could use a TCA Peel on the scar and on some of the stretch marks I still have? If so what % would you recommend?

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Expected Outcome Without Muscle Tighting

How different is the final look if I decide to forego the muscle tightening with a full tummy tuck? My biggest concern is loose skin and post...

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If I Get a Tummy Tuck, What Happens to Stretch Marks Above Belly Button?

I want to get a full tummy tuck but what happens to the stretch marks above my belly button?. i have about a good 3" of light stretch marks above...

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Would a Plastic Surgeon Ever Deny a Prospective Patient Because of Age?

I am currently 23 years old. I have spent the past two years losing weight and have lost about 70 pounds. I am currently at my ideal weight. However I...

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Tight Abs but Loose Skin and Stretch Marks - Different Tummy Tuck Procedure?

I have had 4 kids including twins. I am in really good shape and am back to my pre-pregnancy weight now. I even have defined abs but have loose skin...

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Will a Tummy Tuck Remove Stretch Marks on African American Skin?

I have had two children within the last four years.I don't plan to have anymore I've been left with these unsightly stretch marks.I am in the...

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Concerned About Puffy Stretch Marks Near my Incision - Will They Eventually Flatten?

I am two days shy of being 3 weeks post op. I was aware that I would have left over stretch marks due to their position. But they are now near my...

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Will a TT After Pregnancy Help Address Stretch Marks? (photo)

Hi, I'm 18 and 31 weeks 5 days pregnant with my first child, Ive noticed that I've already gotten really bad stretch marks, and still have...

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Peri-umbilical Tummy Tuck?

I recently read about a peri-umbilical Tummy Tuck, where the skin around the belly button is removed, and a permanent stich is placed under the skin....

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Do Belly Bandit or Medical Grade Compression Tummy Belly Belts Work For Stretch Marks?

Does Belly Bandit or Medical Grade Compression Tummy Belly Belts works? Kourtney Kardashian claims this helped her stomach down after her pregnancy....

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Tummy Tuck for Patient with History of Hyperactive Thyroid?

Hi, after I had my 2 children, my stomach looks like a nightmare. I am a relatively petite woman besides my stomach as well as the horrifying stretch...

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Mini Tuck or Full? Will This Help with my Stretch Marks?

I am considering a tummy tuck for stretch mark removal and to get rid of the small amount of excess skin remaining from 3 pregnancies. However, my...

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Will I Ever Get Rid of the Pooch with Exercise or is a Tummy Tuck Necessary?

I have some stretch marks that aren't terribly noticeable from the front view. But when I lean over I have some wrinkly skin from them. And from...

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Will Tummy Tuck Incision on Stretch Marks Cause Problems?

If during a Tummy Tuck the incision made is through wide stretch marks, will the thin skin cause any healing problems?

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Full or Mini?

Hi there, after 1 c-section, I am left with a deflated abdomen and as can be seen in the photographs, red stretch marks from my belly button down. I...

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What Happens to Stretch Marks After Post-Tummy Tuck Pregnancy?

I want to have a Tummy Tuck because after 3 pregnancies (c-sections) and eating a healthy diet and going to the gym 7 days a week, I cannot get my...

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Will Tummy Tuck Lower my Old Surgery Scar?

I had a child 8 yrs ago and my stomach looks disgusting. Not only do I have a ton of stretch marks, I have a scar from a previous surgery to the right...

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Seeking Full Tummy Tuck, Liposuction and Breast Implants- What Will Happen To My Tattoos? (photo)

I am 5'11 170lbs & I have had one child. I do not plan to have more children in the future. My concern is what will happen w/my rib cage...

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A Tummy Tuck or a Breast Augmentation First?

I had a consultation already with a plastic surgeon in my area this summer. I went in for a consultation about a tummy tuck and a breast augmenatation...

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Full or Mini Tuck?

My stomach seems very excessive,broke clear impression on the stomach,and stomach too loose can make a full tummy tuck do? before this doctor had my...

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Why Did I Get New Stretch Marks After Tummy Tuck?

I had a tummy tuck done 10 weeks ago. About week 3 I discovered I was getting a lot of NEW stretch marks. When I asked the surgeon about it he could...

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Stretch Marks Still Present After Tummy Tuck

I had a Tummy Tuck 2 months ago and I am at a perfect weight. I had it done because of the stretch marks (most were below the belly button). I am so...

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Will Tummy Tuck Remove Stretch Marks Above the Belly Button?

I have always had a protruding belly, however the skin is not loose. What bothers me the most and the reason for wanting a tummy tuck is the numerous...

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Is There a Tummy Tuck Option That Also Reduced Stretch Marks?

I have seen many "After" photos of Tummy Tucks where the women STILL have visible strechmarks!! ABOVE the navel, and on the hips ABOVE the...

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Tummy Tuck Worries

I am considering having a TT because the stretch marks I have are so unsightly and my self image is suffering because of it, but I am terrified of...

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Repeat Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks?

I have been recently widowed and at 45 years old I would like to consider dating and intimacy again. However, I am extremely embarrassed by these...

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Will A Conservative Plastic Surgeon Get Rid Of My Stretch Marks w/ TT?

I am due to have a full tummy tuck in 3 three weeks. I had my pre op today and my ps advised he is conservative when pulling the skin down. I have...

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What Surgery Will Remove These Left over Stretch Marks and Bellybutton Scars?

I had a tummy tuck two years ago and am not satisfied with the results. It is a major body image issue. I not only still have a huge amount of stretch...

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Can I Have a Tummy Tuck? I Have Stretch Marks And A Pot Belly

I have stretch marks on my lower stomach i also have one just above my belly button, i know only a full TT will remove the lower ones but im not sure...

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How Much Will a Tummy Tuck Benefit Me? (photo)

I have extensive stretchmarks and am considering a tummy tuck in the near future. What can I expect after the procedure as far as reduction of my...

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What Is My Best Option To Treat The Hanging Skin On My Stomach? (photo)

I definitely have gynecomastia, and as can be seen probably in the picture from the front angle. I am definitely getting surgery for this. Do you...

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Get Rid of Severe Stretch Marks on my Stomach?

I am 24 and have lupus. I had a real bad pregnacy where I had a TIA. So from research I pretty much know a tummy tuck is dangerous and most doctors...

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Stretch Marks After Tummy Tuck

Hello I have sever stretch marks all over my tummy upper belly down to the very bottom of belly. i had a tummy tuck 6 weeks ago for one reasons to get...

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Vertical Stretch Marks on my Side, Can These Be Removed As Well As the Loose Skin on Side?

I have loose skin on my stomach and lower back with vertical stretch marks on my sides. can these be removed with surgery. i do not have stretch marks...

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Vertical Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks

Vertical Tummy Tuck to Get Rid of All Stretch Marks? if U Get the Scar Going Up and Down?

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Is a Tummy Tuck The Right Treatment for My Stretch Marks? (photo)

Im interested to know what would be the best treatment for these stretch marks and If I would be able to have a tummy tuck to remove them. They are...

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Thinking of Having a Tummy Tuck

I am going to be 24 this May and I have 2 kids. I want to get a TT due to having wrinkly tummy, strch marks and I want my flat stomach again. I do...

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Could I Get a Full Tummy Tuck? (photo)

My abs are fairly tight, but I have quite a bit of loose skin and stretch marks. Most of my loose skin and stretch marks are below the belly button,...

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Should I Have an Extended Tummy Tuck to Remove Love Handles and Strechmarks? (photo)

I have some what big love handles with stretch marks...most of my stretch marks on my stomach are from my bb down so I know I want a tt to remove the...

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With Previous Large Vertical Scar, What Type of Tummy Tuck Do I Need?

I have had a previous surgery over 20 years ago. The long scar that was left behind has always been a big insecurity of mine. In addition, I have a...

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Is It Possible To Remove The Belly Button During a TT?

I had a baby four years ago and have stretch marks & loose skin. I'm very petite and know theres not enough skin to have a full tummy tuck...

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Just Lipo, or Do I Need a Tummy Tuck? Am I a Candidate for a Mini Tummy Tuck? (photo)

I'm considering a tt & want to know if a flat tummy is possible with just lipo. Or, do I need a tt? Am I a good candidate for a mini tt...

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Will I Need a Different Procedure to Reduce the Appearance of Stretch Marks After my Tummy Tuck?

I have lost over 100 pounds but the stretch marks from my rapid weight gain are still very noticeable. Is an entirely different procedure needed to...

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Love Handles and Stretch Marks Tummy Tuck

I been thinking about getting a tummy tuck because I have large love handles with strectch marks and no matter how much I work. I am 5'8 I weight...

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How To Reduce Wrinkling on Abdomen That Has Stretch Marks and Two C Section Scars

My stretch marks are 14 years old i am 33 years old i have had two c sections and the more weight i lose the wrinklier my skin appears on my stomach....

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I Had a Tummy Tuck 2 Wks Ago, Will the Skin Smooth out Near my Stretch Marks?

I Had a Tummy Tuck 2 Wks Ago, Will the Skin Smooth out Near my Stretch Marks?  Or will it always be raised and ripply, because I thought that was...

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Is a Procedure Possible? RA, Diastasis, and Hernia

I have had 3 pregnancies; the last with twins. I have diastasis with a 3 finger gap. I have terrible 1/4" thick stretchmarks throughout my belly....

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Full Tummy Tuck, Mini or No Solution?

I'm 30 yrs old, 5'7 and weigh 136 pounds. I have stretch marks on my stomach from my pregnancy 11 years ago. My stomach is virtually flat...

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Will a Second Tummy Tuck Remove the Rest of my Stretch Marks and Fix my Belly Button?

I had a tummy tuck 5 years ago and I never liked how my belly button turned out.. The scar around my belly button is about the size of a half dollar.....

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Tummy Tuck or Aggressive Lipo W/ my BBL? (photo)

Hi I have went to a few consult & keep getting different answers. I know that my tummy is big & i do have some stretch marks so if i get lipo...

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Would an Extremely Strong Core Prevent Stretch Marks by Keeping the Size of the Belly Down?

If I worked out my core to develop strength, as in body builder type very strong core with a lot of muscle mass and strength, would this prevent the...

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Umbilicoplasty Revision? Tuck? Anything? Why Can't I Get Even Close to a Consensus? (photo)

Loose skin from pregnancy. Many consults 10 years ago. Opinions ran the gamut. 1 was very conservative and recommended umbilicoplasty which I had...

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It's Been Almost 1 Year Since my Full Tt. I Am Seeing New Stretch Marks. What Causes These?

I have been exercising but not until recently. Being diabetic, the recovery from the tt and lipo has been slow and long.

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Can a Mini Tummy Tuck Be Done Under Local Anesthesia?

I am 5'9" 120 lbs and had twins 1 year ago. I have a flat stomach and good muscle tone, but my c section scar needs revision (it opened after...

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Laser Treatment, Tummy Tuck, or Body Lift for Stretch Marks?

I am 28, I gained nearly 80 pounds. I have not lost the weight yet. I went from 120 pounds to nearly 200 pounds(present). I have stretch marks on my...

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When Doing a Tummy Tuck is It Optimal to Have Lipo of Upper Abdomen to Remove More Skin? (photo)

My plastic surgeon wants me to get lipo of the upper abdomen he stated that he will be able to remove more stretch marks and skin if I do this.. is...

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I Have Stretch Marks That Formed After my Tummy Tuck Above Belly Button Why? How? and What Can I Do?

I had a tummy tuck 10 weeks ago, and strech marks are appearing on my stomach above my belly button. elephant27@live.com

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Would I Benefit from a Tummy Tuck?

I am 27 with three kids. i gained 80+ pounds with my first child as well as getting PUPS in my third trimester. i have HUGE stretchmarks deep and wide...