1.5 years post op Tummy Tuck. Is it possible to get 6 pack abs? (photo)

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I Did my 1st surgery in 2012 march tummy tuck/chest reduction and this April I did my revision on my scars and been still doing cutting diet with daily cardio and weights. I feel like im loose again as u can see.... that middle spot been loose since first surgery and just wont tighten and I have a flop hang when I sit down? MY DIET AND REGMINE IS STRICLY WATCHED TO VERY SINGLE THING WITH NO CHEATING . is it possible to get the 6 packs in my case or no? Change in pics is because changes In diet

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

Vaser assisted liposuction utilizes ultrasound to emulsify or melt felt prior to removal. It is also used to etch or define the muscles and normal anatomy to enhance the results. I use a specialized technique to remove the deeper fat areas and sculpt the superficial fat, so that one can achieve the goal of having not only a flatter stomach but also a more defined and curvaceous body if wanted. I can use this technique on the arms as well.

I also use the fat removed to graft into the pecs for men or breasts for women as well as into the arms and other areas to further enhance muscle definition.

The best candidates for the procedure already have a good muscular base.

The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.  Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery and high definition body contouring.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

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Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

It is hard to say if you will be able to get a six-pack.  My guess would be that it is not possible since you have some skin looseness but I would love to be wrong.  Prove me wrong!

Remus Repta, MD · Answer

Dear geo12x,I think your abdomen matches the rest of the body and has some contour characteristics that indicates definition.  Abdominal "etching" is possible but  you will have to consider if this is the right thing for you.  It will provide some horizontal indentations which will further indicate definition.  All the best,Dr. Remus Repta

Jourdan Gottlieb, MD · Answer

This looks like a nice outcome!  I can see the vertical outline of the rectus muscles, and I doubt you will get much more improvment by further diet and exercise. There are etching techniques that some surgeons use to simulate the horizontal inscriptions that are characteristic of the "six pack" look.Discuss with your surgeon. All the best.

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

Abdominal etching is going to provide you the ideal six pack since you have undergone a tucking procedure. Patients who have a tucking procedure are actually demonstrating the BEST results. This is because the tightened skin allows for more muscle detail to shine through when sculpting out the musculature. A skype consultation with a VASER specialist will allow you to appreciate details of surgery and your commitment to getting the results you are desiring.

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