Will my stomach tighten up or do I need surgery? (Photo)

Thank you for your questions and photo. A tummy tuck will address excess skin & repair of the abdominal muscle. The abdominal wall can be weakened after pregnancy and (or) significant weight gain & loss. By repairing the muscle, not only does the appearance of your abdominal area improve, but your core strength as well. The repair of the muscle will cinch your waist like an inner corset, which will accentuate your curves. Liposuction will remove excess fat from unwanted areas with some skin retraction. Your expectations and health will dictate the best procedure(s) for you. I suggest a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the options that best address your goals. Best of luck!

Dhaval Patel MD
Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Chicago
South Barrington
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Muscle will tighten with exercise, but skin and fat will not. I would suggest meeting with a board certified plastic surgeon and discussing your concerns and options.

Hi Sincere747,
congrats on the weight loss, and your dedication to your personal fitness goals!
Most likely, the previously stretched skin will not retract fully...even if you decrease the amount of fat through diet and exercise, as we age and the skin is less elastic, it is less likely to cinch in as much as you'd like.
I'd suggest getting to your weight loss goals. Once at a stable weight, I'd suggest meeting with a plastic surgeon to discuss your options.
Hope this helps!
Best,Christopher Pannucci MDBoard Certified Plastic SurgeonPlastic Surgery NorthwestSpokane, Washington