I had a tummy tuck 1.5 years ago (after two twin pregnancies). While I am happy with my overall results, there is this fold, or flap of skin on my hip that is driving me crazy. There is also a minor bulging effect under my incision, but only on the same side as my fold/flap. I am wondering what this fold is. I am worried that my surgeon did not remove all the excess skin off of my hip. What does this look like it is, and could it be revised as an in office procedure? Thanks so much!!!
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July 3, 2016
Answer: Fold/flap of skin on my hip after Tummy Tuck? (Photo)
Thank you for the question. It is difficult to answer your question without examining you. It is common practice to use a wound VAC to treat open wound post TT. It is great for this types of wound as it it can heal faster. I would recommend for you to follow instructions from your board...
Thank you for your question and I am sorry to hear of your weight issues with PCOS. A tummy tuck will not impact your hormone levels or PCOS but can improve your abdominal contour with tightening of your stomach muscles and removal of excess skin. See a board certified plastic surgeon to h...
It does look as though you have some excess tissue way towards the back of of the flanks. That is not typically addressed with an abdominoplasty. I usually offer flank liposuction and turn a patient on the front first before I do the tummy tuck procedure. Just check in with your surgeon. You...
