Two weeks post op and my belly button is infected. Do I take the garment off to let it breathe? (photos)

Unfortunately, you have not told us your weight but from your photograph, it is hard to believe that you could lose another 125 lbs. I recommend a technique called Abdominoplasty with Mesh Reinforcement.A large piece of mesh is used to reinforce the lower abdominal wall, which results...

At your height and weight your BMI is over 50. There is a direct correlation between optimal health and BMI. That said, you can have a apronectomy. I personally perform these procedures at the hospital, and it may require at least one overnight stay. Although challenging, this is a very exciting...

A panniculectomy will only remove the excess skin and fat that is forming the apron of skin, and won't do anything for anything above this. Panniculectomy is usually for people who have lost 100 lbs or more relatively quickly and when you have a BMI of less than 30.

Thank you for your question and photos.  Your expectations will dictate the best procedure(s) for you.  I suggest a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the options that best address your goals.  Best of luck! Dr Dhaval Patel Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon...

Hello! Thank you for your question! I hope that these answers help! A panniculectomy is an excellent method for removing the excess skin and soft tissue of the lower abdomen (abdominal panniculus), often caused by weight loss. It is mainly performed to ameliorate symptoms caused by the...