Hello! I was trying to obtain a quote for BBL. I provided pictures and was told I would need a tummy tuck along with a BBL. Problem is, I do not have lose saggy skin. I do have a moom pouch. I am a petite person and carry my weight in my abdomen. I have had 4 pregnancies but only 2 live births. The doctor said because I have had 4 pregnancies, they need to do a tummy tuck to repair abdominal muscles. I currently weigh 113 lbs and I am 4”11’ tall. I have attached pictures. Tysm.
December 23, 2022
Answer: Protruding abdomen After each pregnancy the muscle get stretched and never goes back to its normal, plus visceral fat makes the appearance of protruding. Your skin appears not to be saggy because of the protruding abdominal wall, after the tightening of the muscle and reduction of fat, your abdominal skin will be saggy. I agree with your doctor about you being a great candidate for Tummy tuck, muscle repair and liposuction to waist and lovehandles. If you don’t want a Tummy tuck, you must accept the fact you may end up with saggy skin, possibly lumpy appearance and still protruding. Dr. Cárdenas
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December 23, 2022
Answer: Protruding abdomen After each pregnancy the muscle get stretched and never goes back to its normal, plus visceral fat makes the appearance of protruding. Your skin appears not to be saggy because of the protruding abdominal wall, after the tightening of the muscle and reduction of fat, your abdominal skin will be saggy. I agree with your doctor about you being a great candidate for Tummy tuck, muscle repair and liposuction to waist and lovehandles. If you don’t want a Tummy tuck, you must accept the fact you may end up with saggy skin, possibly lumpy appearance and still protruding. Dr. Cárdenas
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December 23, 2022
Answer: Tummy tuck Dear Sincere364863, based on your photos, you look like a good candidate for a TT. Full tummy tuck should tighten your abdominal muscles and remove the excess skin. Flanks liposuction would give you a better shape. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon because 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
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December 23, 2022
Answer: Tummy tuck Dear Sincere364863, based on your photos, you look like a good candidate for a TT. Full tummy tuck should tighten your abdominal muscles and remove the excess skin. Flanks liposuction would give you a better shape. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon because 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
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