I am looking for a procedure to reduce the dreaded pot belly that I have had since I was a kid (Photo)

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I had abdominal lipo back in 1997. The surgeon at the time, said he couldn't remove a lot, or else I would get a dimpled/concave appearance. It made a little bit of a difference,but not as significant as I'd like. I'm currently 5'7 and 125lbs. Now that the dreaded menopause is on me, I feel more insecure with my stomach. From what I see on here, Coolsculpting doesn't seem to be getting the best reviews, although it's heavily promoted. What options are most likely going to achieve the best result.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Liposuction is such a great procedure when done under tum. local with the smaller micro canulas which give such great results and you are back to work in 2 days.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear kuruka,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination, but based on your photos, you look like a good candidate for a liposuction. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. 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

Michael Brucker, MD · Answer

Because your photos are out of focus it is difficult to assess your skin quality but it would appear that you would be a candidate for secondary, more aggressive liposuction.  If you have had a child, there is a good possibility that your lower abdominal bulge is caused by separated abdominal muscles and if this is the case, your abdomen will never be flat until those muscles are brought back together surgically.  This can be accomplished with an abdominoplasty.  Weight fluctuations and age can also be the cause of some muscle separation.  Definitely consider having an in-person consultation with a few board certified plastic surgeons to discuss your options in more detail.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Liposuction will allow you to have stubborn fat resistant to exercise and diet removed from unwanted areas and transferred to areas that can benefit from the added volume and will result in a waist as small as possible. Liposuction results are highly surgeon dependent as the skill of liposuction rests in removing as much fat as possible while leaving the skin smooth.  BodyTite does not remove any fat, but it is capable of producing a 45% contraction in tissues.  It can be combined with liposuction to improve contours dramatically. Based upon your uploaded photos, I would recommend that you discuss a short-scar TT during a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.  A short-scar tummy tuck is right for patients who have loose skin, residual fat, and drooping muscle tissue in the abdominal area. Ideal patients have to be in general good health and somewhere close to their ideal body weight. A healthy lifestyle is a must, both before and after the procedure. To make sure that the results of the procedure last, many doctors ask that patients maintain a steady body weight for six months prior to the procedure and maintain their weight after the procedure.
The recovery period for a short-scar tummy tuck is shorter than that of a traditional tummy tuck. Generally, patients require only one or two weeks to recover before returning to work. Patients are advised not to perform strenuous exercises for four to six weeks after the surgery.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Steve Laverson, MD, FACS · Answer

It's a small scar modified ("type 1")  tummy tuck.  You don't have enough extra skin for traditional ("type 4") abdominoplasty, but have mild abdominal wall bulge.  Abdominal wall plication will flatten your belly, through a small low "bikini" extended C-section type scar.  Some examples in our tummy tuck gallery.  Your bulge is NOT fat, liposuction will NOT help, and even a little liposuction is the wrong approach.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for inquire. Based on the photos that you provided to us I can see that you are a good candidate of intense liposuction including abdomen, laterals, waist and upper and lower back to improve your body contour and get better curves especially in your laterals and waist. Finally, I recommend you to be treated by a board certified plastic surgeon.Kind regardsDr. Emmanuel Mallol.-

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Kuruka.  I appreciate your concern, and it appears from your photograph that you are the perfect candidate for traditional liposuction, still the gold standard for removal of unwanted fat. In your case, I would recommend micro liposuction, utilizing smaller cannulas, to allow your surgeon to be as aggressive as possible to remove all unwanted fat without leaving skin irregularities or dimpling.  Coolsculpting is not nearly as effective and I can’t tell you how many patients have come to me for traditional LIposuction after Coolsculpting failed. Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area to explore the best options for you. good luck!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermiRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Israel Manon, MD · Answer

Hello
Based on that picture I believe you're a good candidate for a liposuction. I would suggest to do it on your abdomen, waist, flanks and back  area as well. I recommend you achieve your ideal or desire weight for optimal results. You have choices, but definitely you must be evaluated first to coordinate which procedures will fit your needs.
Good luck.
Dr. Israel Mañon
Certified Plastic Surgeon

Ralph M. Rosato, MD · Answer

From your photo it appears that you would be an excellent candidate for liposuction. An examination would be required to be sure. A board certified plastic surgeon can help you lose that "pot Belly"

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