I am considering surgery, but really do not want a full tummy tuck - what options do I have? (Photo)

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39f had four children, I am not looking for perfection by any means, just a better look than i have now, I am really cautious about going for a full tummy tuck, i know this is the procedure that will give me the best results, but again i must stress im just looking for improvement not perfection, I am worried about post recovery with young kids and complications, I would prefer anything that could give me some improvement, if there are any recommendations?

Ira H. Rex III, MD · Answer

I can only give you limited information with the single photograph, but it seems a full tummy tuck would give you the best result.  There are not too many other options given your findings on the photograph.  An examination with a plastic surgeon should give you a very good idea of what you can expect from this rather significant operation.  Smaller operations often give much smaller results.  Good luck with everything.

Vasileios Vasilakis, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,
Thank you for the question. From the photos, an extended tummy tuck or body lift are the only options indicated.
I wish you the best. 
Vasileios Vasilakis, MD, FACSDouble Board Certified Plastic SurgeonHouston, TX.

Laura Roider, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your photo and question. 
As you outlined the best treatment option for you would be a fully tummy tuck. This allows surgeons to address the loose skin, perform liposuction around the trunk, and tighten the abdominal muscles. Based on your photos this is the only option I would recommend, any other procedure would leave you with loose skin and an unsatisfactory result

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You have excess skin with wrinkling above and below the umbilicus.  The only procedure that will take care of this is a full tummy tuck.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Emre Guvercin, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

I completely understand wanting improvement without committing to a full tummy tuck, especially with young children at home. However, after four pregnancies, the issues most women have are not just small fat pockets &mdash; they usually include skin laxity and muscle separation (diastasis). Procedures like liposuction, mini-tummy tuck, skin tightening devices, or non-surgical treatments may give very minor improvement, but they will not correct loose lower abdominal skin or muscle separation in a meaningful or lasting way. If there is significant skin redundancy and abdominal wall laxity, a full abdominoplasty is the only procedure that can properly tighten the muscles, remove excess skin, and reshape the abdomen in a durable way. While recovery is real, modern techniques and proper planning can make it manageable, and complication rates are low in healthy patients. If you truly want structural improvement rather than a subtle temporary change, there unfortunately isn’t a reliable alternative to a full tummy tuck.

Mehmet Ozdemir, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.
From your description, you seem to be a good candidate for a liposuction with a tummy tuck. This procedure can effectively improve abdominal contour by addressing both excess fat and skin laxity, while remaining less extensive than a traditional full abdominoplasty.
A consultation would determine the most suitable approach based on your individual anatomy.
I hope this helps.

Kadir Berat Oyur, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.
Based on your description, you appear to be a suitable candidate for a lipo tummy tuck, especially if you are seeking improvement rather than a more extensive correction. This approach can address excess fat and skin laxity while enhancing abdominal contour.
A consultation would confirm the most appropriate plan based on your anatomy.
I hope this helps.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

From the submitted photo you have stretch marks, skin laxity, and excess subcutaneous fat.  That definitely makes a tummy tuck the best recommendation for you.  Other options may leave you feel with a "not worth it" result.  I encourage you to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more about the procedure.  You can get answers to your questions and hopefully relieve some of your concerns.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Based on 1 posted photo you are a candidate for full TT with muscle plication. Fee from $6,000-$12,000. Best to virtual finding with to gain better explanations

I am considering surgery, but really do not want a full tummy tuck - what options do I have? (Photo)

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