I had a Tummy Tuck combined with Lipo on January 15, 2011. I must say I am very please with the results but I am a bit concern about asymmetry when comparing both sides of my tummy now. As you can see on the picture, the right side looks a bit bulkier than the right side. When I touch both sides, I can feel more tightness on the right side than the left one, what makes me think the left side was left with a bit more skin which resulted in asymmetry. I am curious to know what can be done.
Answer: Can asymetry be corrected
Looks like you have a spectacular result. Subtle lack of exact symmetry is the rule rather than the exception.If you are really disturbed by this, I would wait a full year before more surgical intervention
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Answer: Can asymetry be corrected
Looks like you have a spectacular result. Subtle lack of exact symmetry is the rule rather than the exception.If you are really disturbed by this, I would wait a full year before more surgical intervention
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Answer: Asymmetry after Tummy Tuck
If you're still concerned about asymmetry at the one-year post op mark, some additional skin excision and/or liposuction surgery may improve the results. Communicate clearly with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.
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Answer: Asymmetry after Tummy Tuck
If you're still concerned about asymmetry at the one-year post op mark, some additional skin excision and/or liposuction surgery may improve the results. Communicate clearly with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.
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July 27, 2011
Answer: Asymmetry after a tummy tuck will usually fade with time.
Your photograph shows an abdominal wall that is still actively healing. Some asymmetry is the rule rather than the exception in a large operation like yours. After healing is complete (many months) the asymmetry will probably have vanished.
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July 27, 2011
Answer: Asymmetry after a tummy tuck will usually fade with time.
Your photograph shows an abdominal wall that is still actively healing. Some asymmetry is the rule rather than the exception in a large operation like yours. After healing is complete (many months) the asymmetry will probably have vanished.
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July 12, 2011
Answer: Male TT results - ? asymmetry
Overall, you have a nice result...and should really be quite pleased.
Yes, I do see the mild fullness that you have noticed. In the photos, it looks suspicious for a little extra fat in that location. It could also be residual post-op swelling.
If it doesn't settle down by the time 5-6 months have past, a little liposuction in the area might help the contour.
All the best,
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July 12, 2011
Answer: Male TT results - ? asymmetry
Overall, you have a nice result...and should really be quite pleased.
Yes, I do see the mild fullness that you have noticed. In the photos, it looks suspicious for a little extra fat in that location. It could also be residual post-op swelling.
If it doesn't settle down by the time 5-6 months have past, a little liposuction in the area might help the contour.
All the best,
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April 15, 2011
Answer: How to deal with asymmetry after tummy tuck.
You are now 3 months post-op and have a good early result. Swelling is still evident above your immature scar, and although all plastic surgeons like to see this be a bit more resolved by this time, you can honestly expect additional improvements as the next 2-3 months go by. Massage and external ultrasound treatments may help to some degree. Avoid ultraviolet exposure on the still-pink scar to prevent permanent hyperpigmentation!
After 6 months from surgery have passed, if there is still fullness of one side over the other, liposuction can improve this nicely, and could likely be done under local (tumescent) anesthesia. I am fairly certain your surgeon excised a symmetrical ellipse of loose skin; the feeling of more tightness in one side over the other is more a function of residual swelling, subcutaneous scar tissue, and possible sensory nerve regrowth rather than failing to remove enough skin. However, if you are still looser than you would like after 6 months or more, additional skin excision on one or both sides can also be performed under local anesthesia.
Be patient with yourself as you continue to heal, and listen to your surgeon--you have had a skillfully-performed tummy tuck and a very nice result thus far. I'm not saying it can't be improved upon, but make sure you're not asking your surgeon to "hit a moving target" by operating too soon before everything has settled and softened, and all swelling resolved as much as possible. Then you and he will really know what you are dealing with! Best wishes!
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April 15, 2011
Answer: How to deal with asymmetry after tummy tuck.
You are now 3 months post-op and have a good early result. Swelling is still evident above your immature scar, and although all plastic surgeons like to see this be a bit more resolved by this time, you can honestly expect additional improvements as the next 2-3 months go by. Massage and external ultrasound treatments may help to some degree. Avoid ultraviolet exposure on the still-pink scar to prevent permanent hyperpigmentation!
After 6 months from surgery have passed, if there is still fullness of one side over the other, liposuction can improve this nicely, and could likely be done under local (tumescent) anesthesia. I am fairly certain your surgeon excised a symmetrical ellipse of loose skin; the feeling of more tightness in one side over the other is more a function of residual swelling, subcutaneous scar tissue, and possible sensory nerve regrowth rather than failing to remove enough skin. However, if you are still looser than you would like after 6 months or more, additional skin excision on one or both sides can also be performed under local anesthesia.
Be patient with yourself as you continue to heal, and listen to your surgeon--you have had a skillfully-performed tummy tuck and a very nice result thus far. I'm not saying it can't be improved upon, but make sure you're not asking your surgeon to "hit a moving target" by operating too soon before everything has settled and softened, and all swelling resolved as much as possible. Then you and he will really know what you are dealing with! Best wishes!
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