I am 5'9 155lbs, no children, 39 yrs. Always thin arms and legs, but always pot belly "pooch". I know pics are desired. But are there certain things that are dead give-aways when making this choice? I want a flat tummy.
Answer: Tummy tuck vs. Liposuction A tummy tuck is indicated if there is muscle separation. Liposuction alone can remove fatty pockets, but will not address muscle wall laxity. If there is loose, hanging skin this can be worsened with liposuction, so a tummy tuck would be indicated in this situation as well. The best recommendation for you will come from a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.
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Answer: Tummy tuck vs. Liposuction A tummy tuck is indicated if there is muscle separation. Liposuction alone can remove fatty pockets, but will not address muscle wall laxity. If there is loose, hanging skin this can be worsened with liposuction, so a tummy tuck would be indicated in this situation as well. The best recommendation for you will come from a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.
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December 29, 2021
Answer: What are some signs that you might need tummy tuck VS Liposuction? The major indication for a tummy tuck is the extra sagging skin in the abdomen. Abdominal fat can be extracted by liposuction but the laxity of the skin in the abdomen will not be corrected. Liposuction alone often leads to disappointing results. A combination of a tummy tuck with liposuction will take care of the stubborn abdominal fat as well as all the extra sagging skin resulting in a more defined hourglass shape.
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December 29, 2021
Answer: What are some signs that you might need tummy tuck VS Liposuction? The major indication for a tummy tuck is the extra sagging skin in the abdomen. Abdominal fat can be extracted by liposuction but the laxity of the skin in the abdomen will not be corrected. Liposuction alone often leads to disappointing results. A combination of a tummy tuck with liposuction will take care of the stubborn abdominal fat as well as all the extra sagging skin resulting in a more defined hourglass shape.
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February 26, 2015
Answer: What are some signs that you might need tummy tuck VS Liposuction? The short answer is... if you have loose hanging skin, you need a tummy tuck. Good luck and be safe.John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICSDouble Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 26, 2015
Answer: What are some signs that you might need tummy tuck VS Liposuction? The short answer is... if you have loose hanging skin, you need a tummy tuck. Good luck and be safe.John T. Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICSDouble Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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March 27, 2016
Answer: Would I benefit from a tummy tuck or liposuction? Good question and it is one that is commonly asked.Patients will do well with liposuction should have skin of excellent quality. The skin has to be elastic enough to rebound after the underlying fat is removed. If the skin is stretched, or loose, liposuction can actually make the tummy look worse. The result can include hanging skin or in uneven appearance. Some patients have a bulge of their abdominal wall. This is more common in patients who have had a previous pregnancy. If a bulge in the abdominal wall is present (rectus diastasis) then a tummy tuck may benefit patient because and abdominal wall tightening (muscle repair) can be performed.In person consultation with a plastic surgeon will give you some very helpful information on how best to obtain your goals.
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March 27, 2016
Answer: Would I benefit from a tummy tuck or liposuction? Good question and it is one that is commonly asked.Patients will do well with liposuction should have skin of excellent quality. The skin has to be elastic enough to rebound after the underlying fat is removed. If the skin is stretched, or loose, liposuction can actually make the tummy look worse. The result can include hanging skin or in uneven appearance. Some patients have a bulge of their abdominal wall. This is more common in patients who have had a previous pregnancy. If a bulge in the abdominal wall is present (rectus diastasis) then a tummy tuck may benefit patient because and abdominal wall tightening (muscle repair) can be performed.In person consultation with a plastic surgeon will give you some very helpful information on how best to obtain your goals.
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February 20, 2015
Answer: Tummy tuck is usually the best option for women who want a "flat" tummy. Yes, photos would help. You may have a weakness in your abdominal wall despite not having had children. The main benefit of a tummy tuck for you would be tightening these muscles together in the midline. Liposuction removes fat that is located between the skin and the muscle layer. I almost always do at least some liposuction at the same time as a tummy tuck. Whenever a patient says she wants a "flat" tummy, I am already inclined to offer a tummy tuck, but of course I would need to at least see photos to know whether this might be a good idea for you. I've attached a link for more info.
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February 20, 2015
Answer: Tummy tuck is usually the best option for women who want a "flat" tummy. Yes, photos would help. You may have a weakness in your abdominal wall despite not having had children. The main benefit of a tummy tuck for you would be tightening these muscles together in the midline. Liposuction removes fat that is located between the skin and the muscle layer. I almost always do at least some liposuction at the same time as a tummy tuck. Whenever a patient says she wants a "flat" tummy, I am already inclined to offer a tummy tuck, but of course I would need to at least see photos to know whether this might be a good idea for you. I've attached a link for more info.
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