I am 53, 5'6, and 144 pounds, with a small pouch and love, handles. I had a lousy surgery for my breast, and this time, I want to make sure I am picking the right to look great again. Dream to look good again in a bathing suit and a curvy dress. Thanks for the input! /
Answer: #Tummy tuck with #liposuction to be bathing suit ready Hi rhonda2656, your love handles will shape nicely with fat removal-either Coolsculpting or liposuction. The indentation below the belly button will need to be surgically released and the tissue advanced downward to smooth it out (scar will be like a C section scar with a mini tuck),however your will get the best contouring of both upper and lower abdomen if you do a full tuck-your muscles will also be addressed and you will get the most flattening and reshaping of the belly button. Liposuction is easily added at the time of the tuck, and tightening with Renuvion will address loose soft tissue /skin along the bra line in the back. Best wishes for your surgery, Dr. Doolabh
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Answer: #Tummy tuck with #liposuction to be bathing suit ready Hi rhonda2656, your love handles will shape nicely with fat removal-either Coolsculpting or liposuction. The indentation below the belly button will need to be surgically released and the tissue advanced downward to smooth it out (scar will be like a C section scar with a mini tuck),however your will get the best contouring of both upper and lower abdomen if you do a full tuck-your muscles will also be addressed and you will get the most flattening and reshaping of the belly button. Liposuction is easily added at the time of the tuck, and tightening with Renuvion will address loose soft tissue /skin along the bra line in the back. Best wishes for your surgery, Dr. Doolabh
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Answer: Abdominoplasty Thank you for your inquiry! By your photos, it looks like you would be a great candidate for an abdominoplasty to get rid of excess abdominal skin. Muscle repair, removal of excess skin, and liposuction are all included with an abdominoplasty. I recommend scheduling a consult appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so we can create a surgical plan that is best for you and your goals!
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Answer: Abdominoplasty Thank you for your inquiry! By your photos, it looks like you would be a great candidate for an abdominoplasty to get rid of excess abdominal skin. Muscle repair, removal of excess skin, and liposuction are all included with an abdominoplasty. I recommend scheduling a consult appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so we can create a surgical plan that is best for you and your goals!
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October 28, 2024
Answer: Which is the best treatment option for my pouch and love handles? Liposuction of the abdomen, hips and waist with a mini-tummy tuck will address your concerns and maximize your mid-section rejuvenation. Of course there are other options such as full abdominoplasty, but it looks like your abdominal muscles are flat, so this is not much of a concern in your case. Umbilical transposition is also a consideration, but it looks like the skin above your belly button has good elasticity and no stretch marks so your skin will retract nicely. An in-person exam by an experienced body plastic surgeon will help in decision making. Thank you and I hope this helps.
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October 28, 2024
Answer: Which is the best treatment option for my pouch and love handles? Liposuction of the abdomen, hips and waist with a mini-tummy tuck will address your concerns and maximize your mid-section rejuvenation. Of course there are other options such as full abdominoplasty, but it looks like your abdominal muscles are flat, so this is not much of a concern in your case. Umbilical transposition is also a consideration, but it looks like the skin above your belly button has good elasticity and no stretch marks so your skin will retract nicely. An in-person exam by an experienced body plastic surgeon will help in decision making. Thank you and I hope this helps.
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April 25, 2024
Answer: Consider Liposuction Thanks for your question and the photos you provided. My answer is limited since I am unable to examine you in person. Based on my experience, I would recommend liposuction and skin tightening to release the lower abdomen scar tissue. Make sure you consult with your board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in revision liposuction. Good luck!
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April 25, 2024
Answer: Consider Liposuction Thanks for your question and the photos you provided. My answer is limited since I am unable to examine you in person. Based on my experience, I would recommend liposuction and skin tightening to release the lower abdomen scar tissue. Make sure you consult with your board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in revision liposuction. Good luck!
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March 16, 2023
Answer: Mini vs Full Tummy Tuck Based on your picture you may get significant improvement with a mini tummy tuck alone. A mini tummy tuck address skin laxity below the belly button while a full tummy tuck addresses skin and fat in a more comprehensive manner. As you have notable bulging and excess skin below your belly button, the mini might suffice. Coupling this procedure with strategic liposuction to your flanks and back may provide optimal results.
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March 16, 2023
Answer: Mini vs Full Tummy Tuck Based on your picture you may get significant improvement with a mini tummy tuck alone. A mini tummy tuck address skin laxity below the belly button while a full tummy tuck addresses skin and fat in a more comprehensive manner. As you have notable bulging and excess skin below your belly button, the mini might suffice. Coupling this procedure with strategic liposuction to your flanks and back may provide optimal results.
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January 13, 2023
Answer: Standard abdominoplasty and liposuction Your photos suggest you need a standard abdominoplasty (longer scar than mini tummy tuck), rectus plication and liposuction. An in person exam is necessary to determine which abdominoplasty technique is best suited for your body. Best of luck!
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January 13, 2023
Answer: Standard abdominoplasty and liposuction Your photos suggest you need a standard abdominoplasty (longer scar than mini tummy tuck), rectus plication and liposuction. An in person exam is necessary to determine which abdominoplasty technique is best suited for your body. Best of luck!
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