Tummy tuck or Bodytite? (Photo)

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Hello! I am a 39 year old female that has had two pregnancies. At my consultation the doctor recommended a mini tummy tuck with lipo on the stomach and bodytite. I'm wondering, can I get away with just bodytite? I didn't think to ask at my appointment and would so appreciate an opinion. Thanks! Also, I'm happy with how I look standing, but bending over and sitting down is what really bothers me.

Jeremy Bosworth, MD · Answer

I wouldnt necessarily recommend bodytite only but you could probably get away with doing liposuction and bodytite and have some good improvement. The biggest limitation to not doing a TT is that we cant address the muscle separation. It also is not as powerful at addressing skin laxity as cutting it out and pulling it tight is. If you are willing to accept the scar (which tends to be very low and easily concealable) you would have a great result from the mini TT and some liposuction. You could always do just the lipo and bodytite and if it ends up not being enough then the miniTT would still be on the table.

Paul Flashner, MD · Answer

Hi! Thank you for your question! First off you look amazing for having two kids! You do not need a tummy tuck. You can get amazing results with the bodytite procedure, and it has minimal downtime! Bodytite is a minimally invasive procedure using radiofrequency under the skin that will destroy stubborn fat and also stimulate your own collagen and elastin to develop. We then liposuction all of our fat we have destroyed and do a complimentary treatment Morpheus treatment as an added bonus for additional skin tightening. I would recommend doing additional 3 Morpheus treatments to help with your lax skin and giving you the look you want to achieve. I hope this helps!

Danielle Shanley, MD · Answer

Yes, Bodytite would be a great option for you! You would have a fabulous result. Bodytite is a minimally invasive procedure using a small cannula to melt stubborn fat, and also stimulate your own collagen production to help with skin tightening. I would recommend a package of Morpheus8 treatments to help with additional skin tightening post procedure. I hope this helps!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

From the photos you could consider liposuction with J Plasma or BodyTite to help contour the abdomen.  If you have abdominal wall laxity however that will only be addressed through a tummy tuck.  All people will have some degree of skin laxity when bending or seated, but it can be improved with these procedures.

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

In my experience, Vaser ultrasound liposuction (or similar) addresses areas of concern and tightens skin without a tummy tuck. You appear to be an ideal candidate.

BodyTite with liposuction should be similar.

Before and after any treatment, the belly will sag or bulge when anyone bends over or sits. This should be improved but will never be as tight as when standing.

An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon who performs these procedures is recommended to confirm you are a candidate as well as discuss your options and expectations.

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