58 y/o with scleroderma and RA, no deformities. Would I still be considered as a candidate for tummy tuck? (photos)

October 27, 2022
Asked By:robv23 in Avon Park, Florida

Hi can a person 58 such as myself with limited scleroderma and RA that is under control and have no deformities have a tummy tuck and if so do it have to be fleur de lis. The scar is scary. Thank you in advance.

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November 9, 2022

Answer: Circumferential body lift

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November 9, 2022

Answer: Circumferential body lift

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Gary M. Horndeski, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 1, 2022

Answer: Candidate

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Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 1, 2022

Answer: Candidate

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Answer: Tummy tuck

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Answer: Drainless tummy tuck

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