What is a combituck and what's the difference between a combituck and a traditional TT? Recently a physician on this site said I would benefit from combituck and lipo. I had not planned (and honestly can't afford) to do lipo, I've scheduled ONLY a traditional TT with muscle repair.
Answer: Abdominoplasty and ultrasonic liposuction of the "muffin top" Hi Kcenc,Thank you for the question.You will do very well with an abdominoplasty, plication of the rectus muscles and ultrasonic liposuction of the posterior lateral waist (the muffin top). That is likely what the surgeon was referring to.I suggest that you find a PS in your area that you are comfortable with. Have a complete consultation and examination. Listen carefully to what you can expect with the procedure. Take a friend as a second set of ears. Take your time to review the office website. While there look at the IPADs to assess the outcomes. There should be a massive number of before / after abdominooplasty surgery patients. If not, move on. Look at his / her patient testimonials.Meet with his / her office staff as they will be involved in your pre-operative care and post operative care. If this gives you the confidence to consider proceeding with your surgery at that office then consider what he / she recommends. If your surgeon feels that your outcome will be significantly improved with some liposuction, it may be recommended. When done in combination with the abdominal surgery, it is often much more cost effective to have it done at that time.You have time to seek out a surgeon that has the experience and results that you are seeking. All the best,Scott Barr, MD, FRCSC, Plastic Surgeon.barrplasticsurgery.com
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Answer: Abdominoplasty and ultrasonic liposuction of the "muffin top" Hi Kcenc,Thank you for the question.You will do very well with an abdominoplasty, plication of the rectus muscles and ultrasonic liposuction of the posterior lateral waist (the muffin top). That is likely what the surgeon was referring to.I suggest that you find a PS in your area that you are comfortable with. Have a complete consultation and examination. Listen carefully to what you can expect with the procedure. Take a friend as a second set of ears. Take your time to review the office website. While there look at the IPADs to assess the outcomes. There should be a massive number of before / after abdominooplasty surgery patients. If not, move on. Look at his / her patient testimonials.Meet with his / her office staff as they will be involved in your pre-operative care and post operative care. If this gives you the confidence to consider proceeding with your surgery at that office then consider what he / she recommends. If your surgeon feels that your outcome will be significantly improved with some liposuction, it may be recommended. When done in combination with the abdominal surgery, it is often much more cost effective to have it done at that time.You have time to seek out a surgeon that has the experience and results that you are seeking. All the best,Scott Barr, MD, FRCSC, Plastic Surgeon.barrplasticsurgery.com
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February 19, 2016
Answer: Combituck?? I have never heard that term used. It is probably referring to a tummy tuck combined with flank liposuction. These procedures are commonly done simultaneously to achieve the best contour and shape to your abdomen and flanks.
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February 19, 2016
Answer: Combituck?? I have never heard that term used. It is probably referring to a tummy tuck combined with flank liposuction. These procedures are commonly done simultaneously to achieve the best contour and shape to your abdomen and flanks.
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