Is lipo enough because it will give me skin retraction - what should I expect realistically? (Photos)

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I had butt & breast augmentation several years ago (both silicon). I am my early 40’s with 2kids, 5ft/110lbs. I am wanting to contour my body to S SHAPED or HOUR GLASS FIGURE. I was suggested to do 360 lipo plus arms/thighs. Gather as much fat so it will be transfer to my hip dips. I wanted to do pickup abdominoplasty cos my belly button looks droopy. But told lipo is enough cos it will give me skin retraction. What should I expect realistically?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

From your photos it appears you should have a good result from liposuction.  I encourage you to discuss your concerns and surgical goals with your surgeon.  It is important to be comfortable and confident in your surgical plan.

Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Looking at the photos you have provided I agree that your a great candidate for Liposuction.  This will help contour the mid section and I do believe you will receive some nice skin retraction.  I would suggest speaking with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in person to evaluate you and discuss your options.  Best of luck to you.

Wess Cohen, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. You are a good candidate for Lipo 360. Lipo to your inner thigh will give you a good result if you’re looking for a thigh gap. However, Lipo to your thighs and arms are probably not necessary for the amount of fat transfer that you need. Good luck.

Gregory Sexton, MD · Answer

Liposuction will make your skin more droopy not less droopy.
I do not think you need to do anything, but if you do, liposuction may make it worse

Good luck,

Greg Sexton, MD

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear xxkeiko,
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

Is lipo enough because it will give me skin retraction - what should I expect realistically? (Photos)

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