I am five two about 157 lbs and dropping. 2 kids 7&9 and I am 33 I really don’t want a tummy tuck, what would the results of liposuction look like with my tummy? I have had two kids. I am losing weight with more to go. I don’t really mind the stretch marks and a little lose skin. The elasticity seems to be decent. But I don’t want to waste my money if Lipo with this tummy wont work well. Where can I find pics of similar situations?
Answer: Lipo versus tummy tuck The answer to this question is based on what you think is appropriate for you and not what the surgeon recommends. It depends on how invasive of procedure you would like and since you don't mind the stretch marks and some loose skin it is not right to impose tummy tuck on you. It is best to develop a rapport and understanding with a surgeon that cares for you and what you want to do with your body and achieve what you have in mind. These procedures are personal choice and with correct guidance and looking at a portfolio of surgeon with at least 15 years of surgical experience you may be in good hands.
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Answer: Lipo versus tummy tuck The answer to this question is based on what you think is appropriate for you and not what the surgeon recommends. It depends on how invasive of procedure you would like and since you don't mind the stretch marks and some loose skin it is not right to impose tummy tuck on you. It is best to develop a rapport and understanding with a surgeon that cares for you and what you want to do with your body and achieve what you have in mind. These procedures are personal choice and with correct guidance and looking at a portfolio of surgeon with at least 15 years of surgical experience you may be in good hands.
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Answer: Tummy tuck candidate Thank you for your question. Based on your photos my first recommendation is full tummy tuck with muscle repair and intense liposuction, which needs to be performed by a plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
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Answer: Tummy tuck candidate Thank you for your question. Based on your photos my first recommendation is full tummy tuck with muscle repair and intense liposuction, which needs to be performed by a plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
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December 15, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck Thank you for your question and picture I would recommend full tummy tuck with muscle tightening for a great result. Consult with a board certified PS, best of luck.
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December 15, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck Thank you for your question and picture I would recommend full tummy tuck with muscle tightening for a great result. Consult with a board certified PS, best of luck.
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December 14, 2017
Answer: Can I have Lipo instead of a tummy tuck? Based on your photo, you are not a candidate for liposuction alone. Your skin has lost elasticity after multiple pregnancies and liposuction will make your skin look looser and droopier. As you lose more weight you will see that your skin will look worse. Vaser or Smart Lipo may help in conjunction with a tummy tuck but not in place of it. Another benefit of a tummy tuck is that it will repair your abdominal muscles that have separated in the midline and give you your core strength back as well as a better waistline. I would advise against doing liposuction and waiting until you are at your goal weight to consult with board certified plastic surgeons in your area. Best of luck to you!
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December 14, 2017
Answer: Can I have Lipo instead of a tummy tuck? Based on your photo, you are not a candidate for liposuction alone. Your skin has lost elasticity after multiple pregnancies and liposuction will make your skin look looser and droopier. As you lose more weight you will see that your skin will look worse. Vaser or Smart Lipo may help in conjunction with a tummy tuck but not in place of it. Another benefit of a tummy tuck is that it will repair your abdominal muscles that have separated in the midline and give you your core strength back as well as a better waistline. I would advise against doing liposuction and waiting until you are at your goal weight to consult with board certified plastic surgeons in your area. Best of luck to you!
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December 14, 2017
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July 1, 2018
Answer: Can I have Lipo instead of a tummy tuck? Thank you for your question and photo. Based on this photo and height and weight, your BMI is 29, you do have loose skin, with lots of stretch marks (poor elasticity). The upper abdominal skin has better elasticity. Liposuction vs tummy tuck; depends what your goal is, how much loose skin is "not too loose" for you, Ok with abdomen not being flat (pregnancy creates muscle separation in the midline).You would do well with VASER Hi Def Liposuction of your whole abdomen, back, waist, hips, lateral chest wall to help with maximum skin tighten 360 degrees. It is difficult to predict how much tightening your lower abdominal skin will undergo. In any case, you are not wasting your money on lipo, since this will give you an excellent shape improvement. A tummy tuck can be done later if you are not happy with the loose skin. Based on your photo, I personally would approach your body contouring in two stages as I described. See a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in advanced body sculpting techniques for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.
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July 1, 2018
Answer: Can I have Lipo instead of a tummy tuck? Thank you for your question and photo. Based on this photo and height and weight, your BMI is 29, you do have loose skin, with lots of stretch marks (poor elasticity). The upper abdominal skin has better elasticity. Liposuction vs tummy tuck; depends what your goal is, how much loose skin is "not too loose" for you, Ok with abdomen not being flat (pregnancy creates muscle separation in the midline).You would do well with VASER Hi Def Liposuction of your whole abdomen, back, waist, hips, lateral chest wall to help with maximum skin tighten 360 degrees. It is difficult to predict how much tightening your lower abdominal skin will undergo. In any case, you are not wasting your money on lipo, since this will give you an excellent shape improvement. A tummy tuck can be done later if you are not happy with the loose skin. Based on your photo, I personally would approach your body contouring in two stages as I described. See a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in advanced body sculpting techniques for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.
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