I have been given two different opinions about which tummy tuck I need and I am trying to weigh the risks and make a decision. I am 63 years old and have a BMI of 35.
December 18, 2017
Answer: Third opinion. You need another opinion. I agree with other surgeon's answers that in general, either you do need a Fleur De Lis or you don't. Simple. So your third opinion needs to be from a surgeon who does plenty of both techniques. I see a lot of patients for a second opinion who have been informed they do not need, or should not have, a Fleur De Lis, invariably by surgeons who do not perform, or do not regularly perform, Fleur De Lis surgery.
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December 18, 2017
Answer: Third opinion. You need another opinion. I agree with other surgeon's answers that in general, either you do need a Fleur De Lis or you don't. Simple. So your third opinion needs to be from a surgeon who does plenty of both techniques. I see a lot of patients for a second opinion who have been informed they do not need, or should not have, a Fleur De Lis, invariably by surgeons who do not perform, or do not regularly perform, Fleur De Lis surgery.
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December 17, 2017
Answer: Fleur de Lis tummy tuck Risks are somewhat higher with a fleur de Lis tummy tuck, since there are more incisions and blood flow to the skin is affected to a greater degree. This can affect healing. Most patients don’t need a fleur de Lis unless they’ve lost A LOT of weight, with skin so loose and redundant both horizontally and vertically. Visit at least two surgeons if you’re not reassured by your surgons’s explanations and recommendations. Your surgeon should be able to guide you. Good luck!
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December 17, 2017
Answer: Fleur de Lis tummy tuck Risks are somewhat higher with a fleur de Lis tummy tuck, since there are more incisions and blood flow to the skin is affected to a greater degree. This can affect healing. Most patients don’t need a fleur de Lis unless they’ve lost A LOT of weight, with skin so loose and redundant both horizontally and vertically. Visit at least two surgeons if you’re not reassured by your surgons’s explanations and recommendations. Your surgeon should be able to guide you. Good luck!
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