Am I a good candidate for a mommy makeover or tummy tuck? (Photo)

Thank you for your question. Based on the limited lateral view of your upper tummy, it looks like there is a bulge. If the protruding shape is due to fatty tissue around your internal organs (visceral fat), a tummy tuck will not effectively flatten your tummy. Abdominoplasty surgery only removes skin and fat superficial to the abdominal muscles, not deep within the body. That stated, I have done tummy tuck procedures on many plus-sized patients and they have been happy with the outcome, even if the abdomen is not perfectly flat. I think it is important to have a frank discussion prior to surgery and ensure the patient's expectations are achievable.

You would be a fantastic candidate for an Abdominoplasty. You could also have liposuctioned fat transferred into your buttocks to give you a more plump buttocks & snatched hips. If you would like to be seen for a consultation, fee free to reach out to my office. Smith Plastic Surgery 702-838-2455

Hi Joy425, whether you would obtain a flat tummy from an abdominoplasty and liposuction, will largely depend on how much of the fat is intra-abdominal (i.e. behind the muscles). This would be better assessed by an in-person consult with your surgeon. All the best!

If you are generally healthy and have realistic expectations of what the procedure can do for you, a mommy makeover or tummy tuck may be suitable for you. However, please note that the procedure can only target subcutaneous fat (fat right below your skin, rather than around your internal organs).

At this time you will want to focus on weight loss before considering a tummy tuck. The recommended BMI for elective plastic surgery is 30 or under. Those above this threshold have higher risk of complications such as poor wound healing, seroma and infection. Having a lower BMI also allows your surgeon to maximize your results.