I recently posted a question about skin retraction, and received feedback that I should not get a tummy tuck being above 30-32 BMI. My bmi is 42. A doctor said I have too much visceral fat, which I'm not sure is true. I have had 2 c sections, and my stomach makes it very difficult to exercise. I was determined to get a tummy tuck regardless of my BMI, because I feel like it will help me continue my health journey and feel more confident. I am ready to book a procedure within the next few months!
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Dear Thinking20,
you will need to get a clearance prior to surgery. 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,...
Post op appointments are sometimes equally as important as the quality of the surgery. Patients sometimes misunderstand post operative instructions and unfortunately do exactly the wrong thing. These can be corrected easily by a surgeon who sees his or her patients often during the first c...
Hello, in situations where there’s more loose skin in the upper part of the abdomen, one can perform either a mini tummy tuck or even a reverse tummy tuck. I recommend a virtual consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon near you. Thank you.
Mark G. Albert, M. D.
New York, NY
