What can I do about hip fat after tummy tuck? (Photos)

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What can I do? I have hip fat on both sides and want it removed. What should I have Done to help achieve what I’m looking for. its looks perfect when I pull the skin up wards. Can you have hip fat cut out? I feel like the spot has got worse since my tummy tuck. Is this a possible chance that I was just cut to low in hip area?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

From your photos and description of your concerns improvement is possible with some liposuction.  This will reduce the fullness that you indicated and further sculpt your curves.  See a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding hip fat after a tummy tuck. By looking at your photos, it looks like you could get away with liposuction of the hips and flanks. However, if you prefer the look of your hips being raised, you can do a hip lift where your surgeon would excise a chunk of skin and fat over your hips. This incision could also be lifted over your hip to give you an hourglass figure and snatched waist. I hope this helps to answer your question regarding hip fat after a tummy tuck.

Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, and International College of Surgery, and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)

Derek Fletcher, MD · Answer

Your photos suggest you would benefit from a revision to remove extra skin from above your scar and contour the fat/soft tissues to achieve a smooth transition. This will likely result in lengthening your scar by 2-4 inches.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Based on these photos, very like that liposuction with a small cannula would be a solution for your problem. You should discuss this issue with your surgeon. Good luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Santana8801,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you 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

What can I do about hip fat after tummy tuck? (Photos)

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