I was told that I have visceral fat behind my stomach and in order to get rid of it, I must lose weight and lost about 20 pounds (150 lbs). My stomach is still profuding and was wondering if liposuction and/or a tummy tuck will he be worth it?
Answer: Liposuction and tummy tuck outcomes A tummy tuck treats a protruding abdomen by tightening the abdominal muscles and removing excess skin.
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Answer: Liposuction and tummy tuck outcomes A tummy tuck treats a protruding abdomen by tightening the abdominal muscles and removing excess skin.
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Answer: Visceral fat is an important consideration Hi vcamlove,
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Answer: Visceral fat is an important consideration Hi vcamlove,
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November 4, 2022
Answer: Visceral fat Hello, unfortunately it is hard to answer accurately with a good photograph. In general, I recommend that patient's who have a body mass index (BMI) higher than 30 to try diet and exercise as much as possible in order to decrease the intra-abdominal or visceral fat that we cannot removed with liposuction or abdominoplasty. However, patients sometimes need a "jump start" in their weight/body transformation journey and if they are open to a 2 staged procedure, one option may be to perform liposuction in one stage, continue a good diet and exercise program, and then come back to tighten any loose skin and tissue with a secondary tummy tuck. This will be best evaluated with an in-person consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon.
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November 4, 2022
Answer: Visceral fat Hello, unfortunately it is hard to answer accurately with a good photograph. In general, I recommend that patient's who have a body mass index (BMI) higher than 30 to try diet and exercise as much as possible in order to decrease the intra-abdominal or visceral fat that we cannot removed with liposuction or abdominoplasty. However, patients sometimes need a "jump start" in their weight/body transformation journey and if they are open to a 2 staged procedure, one option may be to perform liposuction in one stage, continue a good diet and exercise program, and then come back to tighten any loose skin and tissue with a secondary tummy tuck. This will be best evaluated with an in-person consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon.
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October 27, 2022
Answer: Lipo vs tummy tuck Thank you for your question. Without seeing pictures it's hard to say, but as you continue to lose the intra abdominal fat you may need a tummy tuck procedure. The difference between a tummy tuck and liposuction is, Lipo removes the pinchable fat and you do get some skin tightening which will also help reduce some inches. Tummy tuck's allow your surgeon to tighten up the abdominal wall muscles, pushing down on the intra abdominal fat and removing the extra skin. I would suggest seeing a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in person to evaluate you and discuss your options. Best of luck to you.
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October 27, 2022
Answer: Lipo vs tummy tuck Thank you for your question. Without seeing pictures it's hard to say, but as you continue to lose the intra abdominal fat you may need a tummy tuck procedure. The difference between a tummy tuck and liposuction is, Lipo removes the pinchable fat and you do get some skin tightening which will also help reduce some inches. Tummy tuck's allow your surgeon to tighten up the abdominal wall muscles, pushing down on the intra abdominal fat and removing the extra skin. I would suggest seeing a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in person to evaluate you and discuss your options. Best of luck to you.
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October 12, 2022
Answer: Abdomen You did not show photos, so I cannot be specific. Liposuction can be done to remove excess fat in front of your muscle. A tummy tuck can help tighten your abdominal muscles so your abdomen does not protrude as much. However, weight loss is needed to remove excess visceral fat.
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October 12, 2022
Answer: Abdomen You did not show photos, so I cannot be specific. Liposuction can be done to remove excess fat in front of your muscle. A tummy tuck can help tighten your abdominal muscles so your abdomen does not protrude as much. However, weight loss is needed to remove excess visceral fat.
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