I had a tummy tuck about 2 years ago (it was a phenomenal job and the incision was extremely clean and healed well) I noticed I now have “dog ears” which makes me “appear” like i have a muffin top but i don’t. I’m looking to get these corrected but not sure on the cost. Any idea or range?
January 30, 2018
Answer: Cost of surgery Dear TessaW,the cost of surgery depends on a lot of factors (type of surgery, number of treated areas, anesthesia fee, surgeon, facility fee, city, etc.). In most cases, dog ear removal can be done under local anesthesia. It would be the best to visit or call plastic surgery offices and ask for a price.Daniel Barrett, MD
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January 30, 2018
Answer: Cost of surgery Dear TessaW,the cost of surgery depends on a lot of factors (type of surgery, number of treated areas, anesthesia fee, surgeon, facility fee, city, etc.). In most cases, dog ear removal can be done under local anesthesia. It would be the best to visit or call plastic surgery offices and ask for a price.Daniel Barrett, MD
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January 29, 2018
Answer: Dog ears after TT Hello TessaW,Dog ears (or excess skin/fat) just on the lateral edges of a TT incision are not that uncommon. Often mild dog ears will resolve over year as your body heals and remodels. But after 2 years what you have is unlikely to resolve without intervention. If these were not present during that first year, it an be due to wait gain in the hips and lower back that makes the transition more obvious.From you photos excision of the additional tissue +/- liposuction will help the transition from your abdomen to your hips/back and give you a smoother contour. I would suggest talking with you initial plastic surgeon to see what sh/e thinks would be the best option. You are most likely to get the best price for any additional work from your original plastic surgeon, and as you have been overall very happy with your results it seems like the natural place to start.Best of Luck!Dr. Rednam
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January 29, 2018
Answer: Dog ears after TT Hello TessaW,Dog ears (or excess skin/fat) just on the lateral edges of a TT incision are not that uncommon. Often mild dog ears will resolve over year as your body heals and remodels. But after 2 years what you have is unlikely to resolve without intervention. If these were not present during that first year, it an be due to wait gain in the hips and lower back that makes the transition more obvious.From you photos excision of the additional tissue +/- liposuction will help the transition from your abdomen to your hips/back and give you a smoother contour. I would suggest talking with you initial plastic surgeon to see what sh/e thinks would be the best option. You are most likely to get the best price for any additional work from your original plastic surgeon, and as you have been overall very happy with your results it seems like the natural place to start.Best of Luck!Dr. Rednam
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