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 plan to in the future, would getting a Tummy Tuck before kids kind of be redundant? Since pregnancy can cause more skin down the road, stretch marks, etc? Thanks for your time.
Answer: Tummy Tuck Optimal After Done Having Chldren Thank you for your question. While we plastic surgeons do love to operate most of us agree that it is optimal for you as a patient to have finished having children before you have a tummy tuck.Pregnancy causes the skin to stretch and can cause stretch marks and could diminish some of the benefits that you will achieve from having a tummy tuck before pregnancy.I certainly understand that after gastric bypass and weight loss that you would enjoy removing the pannus or excess skin that is hanging on your tummy. If you are not certain when you plan to have children and it is several years away then I would understand if you want to go ahead and remove the excess skin from your abdomen. However if you plan on having children in the next 2-3 years I would recommend that you finish having children before proceeding with your tummy Tuck.Be certain to consult at least 2 plastic surgeons who are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, are experienced in tummy Tuck surgery and have an excellent reputation in your community.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Tummy Tuck Optimal After Done Having Chldren Thank you for your question. While we plastic surgeons do love to operate most of us agree that it is optimal for you as a patient to have finished having children before you have a tummy tuck.Pregnancy causes the skin to stretch and can cause stretch marks and could diminish some of the benefits that you will achieve from having a tummy tuck before pregnancy.I certainly understand that after gastric bypass and weight loss that you would enjoy removing the pannus or excess skin that is hanging on your tummy. If you are not certain when you plan to have children and it is several years away then I would understand if you want to go ahead and remove the excess skin from your abdomen. However if you plan on having children in the next 2-3 years I would recommend that you finish having children before proceeding with your tummy Tuck.Be certain to consult at least 2 plastic surgeons who are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, are experienced in tummy Tuck surgery and have an excellent reputation in your community.
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Answer: Tummy tuck after Weight Loss - Pregnacy Issues
A Tummy Tuck is Best After Kids
Stretch marks and redundant skin usually occur after pregnancy. Of Course it makes the most sense to wait until your last pregnacy is finished so you do not have to redo the procedure due to stretched skin and lax muscles. On the other hand many women that do not plan on having kids for several more years will still choose to have a TummyTuck. It is a very personal choice.A second tummy tuck can be done after the pregnancy
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Answer: Tummy tuck after Weight Loss - Pregnacy Issues
A Tummy Tuck is Best After Kids
Stretch marks and redundant skin usually occur after pregnancy. Of Course it makes the most sense to wait until your last pregnacy is finished so you do not have to redo the procedure due to stretched skin and lax muscles. On the other hand many women that do not plan on having kids for several more years will still choose to have a TummyTuck. It is a very personal choice.A second tummy tuck can be done after the pregnancy
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August 7, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck and possible future pregnancy
Congratulations on your weight loss. Our office will usually advise, if you are thinking about getting pregnant in the next few months, then maybe hold off. If pregnancy is down the line, then it may be within reason to proceed. This is an individual decision. Your body will stretch to accommodate the pregnancy. How the skin and soft tissue snaps back is variable.
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Answer: Tummy tuck and possible future pregnancy
Congratulations on your weight loss. Our office will usually advise, if you are thinking about getting pregnant in the next few months, then maybe hold off. If pregnancy is down the line, then it may be within reason to proceed. This is an individual decision. Your body will stretch to accommodate the pregnancy. How the skin and soft tissue snaps back is variable.
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August 16, 2016
Answer: Tummy tuck in weight loss patient anticipating pregnancy My esteemed colleagues have poiinted out that TT prior to pregnancy may need to aspects of it redone after pregnancy. They are entirely correct.However, it is a lot to request that women run around with a pannus (hanging skin) until they are all done with having children. Most patients won't tolerate that degree of disfigurement for a long period of time.There is a compromise: remove the extra skin (panniculectomy) but don't do a tightening of the deep layer (fascia) or relocate the belly button (umbilicus) until after pregnancy.That way patients can look reasonable after their massive weight loss but still have an uncomplicated childbirth, but plan on getting everything, including the fascia "tightened up" after childbirth is done.
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Answer: Tummy tuck in weight loss patient anticipating pregnancy My esteemed colleagues have poiinted out that TT prior to pregnancy may need to aspects of it redone after pregnancy. They are entirely correct.However, it is a lot to request that women run around with a pannus (hanging skin) until they are all done with having children. Most patients won't tolerate that degree of disfigurement for a long period of time.There is a compromise: remove the extra skin (panniculectomy) but don't do a tightening of the deep layer (fascia) or relocate the belly button (umbilicus) until after pregnancy.That way patients can look reasonable after their massive weight loss but still have an uncomplicated childbirth, but plan on getting everything, including the fascia "tightened up" after childbirth is done.
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August 6, 2014
Answer: Pregnancy after tummy tuck? Thank you for your post. You certainly can have a baby after tummy tuck. In a tummy tuck, we are putting your body back together similiar to what you were like before you were pregnant. Your muscle tension, your skin and your fat contours are adjusted. Once you are fully healed from your surgery, your body is just as able to accept a pregnancy as it was before your first pregnancy. However, if your belly area stretched after your first pregnancy, then you are likely to stretch again after your next pregnancy. Most surgeons recommend to have a tummy tuck after you are finished having childern, however, in certain instances, such as starting to date again, or just not being happy with your post pregnancy body, then it makes sense to go ahead and have a tummy tuck. Just realize that you may need a revision later on.Best Wishes,Pablo Prichard, MD
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Answer: Pregnancy after tummy tuck? Thank you for your post. You certainly can have a baby after tummy tuck. In a tummy tuck, we are putting your body back together similiar to what you were like before you were pregnant. Your muscle tension, your skin and your fat contours are adjusted. Once you are fully healed from your surgery, your body is just as able to accept a pregnancy as it was before your first pregnancy. However, if your belly area stretched after your first pregnancy, then you are likely to stretch again after your next pregnancy. Most surgeons recommend to have a tummy tuck after you are finished having childern, however, in certain instances, such as starting to date again, or just not being happy with your post pregnancy body, then it makes sense to go ahead and have a tummy tuck. Just realize that you may need a revision later on.Best Wishes,Pablo Prichard, MD
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