I have a consult in October but am still losing a bit of weight (down to 172.4 from 212.8 over 9 months time) I'm just about satisfied with my weight lost as I tend to be heavier on the scale than I actually look. I have not set weight loss goal but I do eat healthy and work out regularly (roller blading, yoga) and I think I can expect to probably lose a few more lbs between now and October (5 months) and will likely have another 9 month wait between consult and actually surgery date
May 12, 2016
Answer: How long should my weight be stable before a tummy tuck? Thank you for your question. Congratulations on your weight loss! I see many patients who lose a significant amount of weight and then desire body contouring procedures. I strongly recommend that patients maintain a stable weight for at least 6, if not 12, months before proceeding with surgery. You want to make sure that your weight is stable because weight loss or gain after surgery can dramatically alter your results. In addition, the more weight you are able to lose before surgery, the more skin can be removed at the time of surgery. Best of luck!
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May 12, 2016
Answer: How long should my weight be stable before a tummy tuck? Thank you for your question. Congratulations on your weight loss! I see many patients who lose a significant amount of weight and then desire body contouring procedures. I strongly recommend that patients maintain a stable weight for at least 6, if not 12, months before proceeding with surgery. You want to make sure that your weight is stable because weight loss or gain after surgery can dramatically alter your results. In addition, the more weight you are able to lose before surgery, the more skin can be removed at the time of surgery. Best of luck!
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May 11, 2016
Answer: How long should my weight be stable before a tummy tuck? Thank you for your question. It is best to finish losing weight and have your weight at a point you are comfortable with before your tummy tuck for best results. Although there is nothing "wrong" with continuing to lose weight, your surgery is going to provide you with a nice, flat tummy, and if you continue to lose weight following the surgery, you can compromise your result. This is equally true with gaining weight. There is no magical length of time to be at a stable weight, but it should be as close to your goal weight as possible, and one that you are comfortable with and can maintain before investing in a tummy tuck. I hope this is helpful.
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May 11, 2016
Answer: How long should my weight be stable before a tummy tuck? Thank you for your question. It is best to finish losing weight and have your weight at a point you are comfortable with before your tummy tuck for best results. Although there is nothing "wrong" with continuing to lose weight, your surgery is going to provide you with a nice, flat tummy, and if you continue to lose weight following the surgery, you can compromise your result. This is equally true with gaining weight. There is no magical length of time to be at a stable weight, but it should be as close to your goal weight as possible, and one that you are comfortable with and can maintain before investing in a tummy tuck. I hope this is helpful.
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