Would I need a tummy tuck after liposuction and a Brazilian Butt Lift? (photos)

Question

Hey, I'm 5 ft 5, I have had 1 child 17 months ago, I would love a BBL and a flatter stomach, would I need a tummy tuck? Also can a tummy tuck and bbl be done together?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

In most cases, liposuction and BBL can performed even if tummy tuck is indicated if pregnancy in the future is planned. I perform the tummy tuck and liposuction/BBL combination frequently because many of my patients only want to go through surgery and recovery one time. Recovery can be challenging and uncomfortable. However, there are creative ways to manage the recovery position. 
You could stage the procedures and have the tummy tuck done first; then the liposuction and BBL. However, the result will not be as tight as liposuction and BBL first and then tummy tuck. Both can be performed at the same time, but the upper abdomen cannot be aggressively liposuctioned at the time of the tummy tuck due to blood supply issues.

Yily De Los Santos, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and pictures. I would recommend you a Tummy Tuck liposuction for betters results. If you're willing to travel, Surgeons in the Dominican Republic have experience and very high standard of excellence when it comes to plastic surgery. I'm positive you can get what you're looking for

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. You are a great candidate for 360 Lipo with BBL. You can certainly opt to do a tummy tuck at the same time but you may want to consider staging the procedure for optimal results. A consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon will help give you the best options.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Based on these photos, it is quite possible that liposuction of torso, in particular lower abdomen, will create desired improvement. There is a possibility that lower abdominal skin will not retract as desired; in that case, small abdominoplasty may be needed. I would wait at least 6 months after lipo/fat transfer to see what result that will produce. Good luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Terrific799503,
based on your photos, you look like a good candidate for a TT. Full tummy tuck should tighten your abdominal muscles and remove the excess skin. Flanks liposuction would give you a better shape. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon because only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Would I need a tummy tuck after liposuction and a Brazilian Butt Lift? (photos)

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Answer: Liposuction (BBL) first

Answer: Liposuction (BBL) first

Answer: Tummy tuck

Answer: Tummy tuck

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Would I need a tummy tuck after liposuction and a Brazilian Butt Lift? (photos)

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Answer: Liposuction (BBL) first

Answer: Liposuction (BBL) first

Answer: Tummy tuck

Answer: Tummy tuck

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