I have lost over 145 lbs and I am desperately in need of a tummy tuck. I have maintained my weight for over 3 years and have already had the excess skin removed from my arms, breast lift and lower body lift. I have tried to hold out on a tummy tuck before children but I just want to feel good about my accomplishments and enjoy my body again. Is there any recommendations on what I could do? Thanks
February 10, 2017
Answer: Having a tummy tuck from extreme weight loss before kids? Thank you for the question and congratulations on your successful wight loss. Based on your weight loss history, description of concerns, and goals, I think it would be perfectly reasonable to undergo tummy tuck surgery at this point, as long as you understand that additional surgery may (or may not) be necessary subsequent to pregnancies. Pregnancy after abdominoplasty may cause CHANGES that MAY require further surgery to correct. Ultimately, especially in situations like yours, timing of tummy tuck surgery will be a very personal decision that can only made after careful consideration of pros and cons associated with each option. I hope this, and the attached link (dedicated to abdominal wall contouring surgery concerns) helps. You will find a separate page, on the same website, dedicated to patients who have experienced significant weight loss. Best wishes.
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February 10, 2017
Answer: Having a tummy tuck from extreme weight loss before kids? Thank you for the question and congratulations on your successful wight loss. Based on your weight loss history, description of concerns, and goals, I think it would be perfectly reasonable to undergo tummy tuck surgery at this point, as long as you understand that additional surgery may (or may not) be necessary subsequent to pregnancies. Pregnancy after abdominoplasty may cause CHANGES that MAY require further surgery to correct. Ultimately, especially in situations like yours, timing of tummy tuck surgery will be a very personal decision that can only made after careful consideration of pros and cons associated with each option. I hope this, and the attached link (dedicated to abdominal wall contouring surgery concerns) helps. You will find a separate page, on the same website, dedicated to patients who have experienced significant weight loss. Best wishes.
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February 10, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck before kids Congratulations on your weight loss! You may want to consider having the excess skin from your lower abdomen removed, called a panniculectomy, versus having a complete tummy tuck. The result will not be as dramatic as a tummy tuck but should help improve shape. Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to learn more.
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February 10, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck before kids Congratulations on your weight loss! You may want to consider having the excess skin from your lower abdomen removed, called a panniculectomy, versus having a complete tummy tuck. The result will not be as dramatic as a tummy tuck but should help improve shape. Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to learn more.
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