I thought I was getting a complete TT. Woke from surgery with what looks like a mini with a long scar. Doctor did lower muscle repair.I had 3 old laparoscopy scars at end of BB. Scar was level with my skin, hardly noticble.Im 3 months out. The skin is pulled tight n the lap scar is stuck buckled inward. Makes me look like my BB is 3 inch slit or I look like a stab victim. When i button my pants or lay on my side it looks like butt cheeks on my stomach.Not what I expected. How to fix? 5ft3 115lbs
October 24, 2015
Answer: Full versus Mini Tummy Tuck
I think it would be important to see a more close up before picture. Based on the before picture, it does not look like you need a tummy tuck, but on the after picture, I see stretch marks that would indicate that a tummy tuck procedure would be indicated. Additionally, if you needed muscle / diastasis repair (which may not be evident in pictures), a full tummy tuck would be required. I think it is very important to discuss your concerns with your surgeon to see where the misunderstanding happened between you two. It is impossible for us to comment as none of us were there for those pre-op conversations. Generally, I am not a fan of "mini" tucks expect in ideal candidates as the result from a full tuck is so much better in the general population.
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October 24, 2015
Answer: Full versus Mini Tummy Tuck
I think it would be important to see a more close up before picture. Based on the before picture, it does not look like you need a tummy tuck, but on the after picture, I see stretch marks that would indicate that a tummy tuck procedure would be indicated. Additionally, if you needed muscle / diastasis repair (which may not be evident in pictures), a full tummy tuck would be required. I think it is very important to discuss your concerns with your surgeon to see where the misunderstanding happened between you two. It is impossible for us to comment as none of us were there for those pre-op conversations. Generally, I am not a fan of "mini" tucks expect in ideal candidates as the result from a full tuck is so much better in the general population.
Good Luck.
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Answer: Tough call... Your pre-op pictures tell the whole story.. you looked great before surgery (albeit with some excess skin and a little diastasis)...you just never had enough upper abdominal skin or a long enough torso to have a low transverse incision without a modification (ie. adding a vertical component which would not have likely been acceptable to you given visibility in a bikini)....this would have required careful consideration and some trade-offs....all of this demonstrates the importance of a thorough pre-op evaluation, thoughtful plan and meticulous operationAlthough it is early and you are upset, there will be options for you once you heal....you will have to wrap your mind around making concessions in your incisions (such as a 'T' incision with a vertical component between umbilicus and pubis) if you want to improve your results....as such, you probably would do best to leave well enough alone for now....although you will be able to consider a little liposuction, be wary as this can be uneven and lumpy if overdoneThings always get better and options almost always open up...even when you are frustratedgood luck
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Answer: Tough call... Your pre-op pictures tell the whole story.. you looked great before surgery (albeit with some excess skin and a little diastasis)...you just never had enough upper abdominal skin or a long enough torso to have a low transverse incision without a modification (ie. adding a vertical component which would not have likely been acceptable to you given visibility in a bikini)....this would have required careful consideration and some trade-offs....all of this demonstrates the importance of a thorough pre-op evaluation, thoughtful plan and meticulous operationAlthough it is early and you are upset, there will be options for you once you heal....you will have to wrap your mind around making concessions in your incisions (such as a 'T' incision with a vertical component between umbilicus and pubis) if you want to improve your results....as such, you probably would do best to leave well enough alone for now....although you will be able to consider a little liposuction, be wary as this can be uneven and lumpy if overdoneThings always get better and options almost always open up...even when you are frustratedgood luck
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