I'm just curious as to what the average weight the skin is that is removed during a tummy tuck? I'm about 25 lbs over weight. I am 5'1'' and 150lbs. This is a recent picture of me, I know you can't tell me an exact number but maybe an estimate, or an average? Thank you!
Answer: Skin weight Good Morning!Looking at your photos you would be a great candidate for an abdomnoplasty, and your question about skin weight is a common one. People are always so suprised when I tell them how much the skin excised weighs because it does not sound like very much- I would estimate yours being about 3 pounds. Please remember however that losing three pounds in one isolated spot is a lot different than losing three pounds over the entire body- it is a much more drastic change. Also remember that if you are seeing a surgeon that does liposuction with the abdominoplasty you will be losing weight by fat loss as well.I hope this helps
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Answer: Skin weight Good Morning!Looking at your photos you would be a great candidate for an abdomnoplasty, and your question about skin weight is a common one. People are always so suprised when I tell them how much the skin excised weighs because it does not sound like very much- I would estimate yours being about 3 pounds. Please remember however that losing three pounds in one isolated spot is a lot different than losing three pounds over the entire body- it is a much more drastic change. Also remember that if you are seeing a surgeon that does liposuction with the abdominoplasty you will be losing weight by fat loss as well.I hope this helps
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Answer: Weight of skin The extra skin does not usually weigh that much. It typically weighs between 3 and 8 pounds. Of course some patients have larger pieces of skin removed, but on average, I would guess you would have a 3 pound piece of skin removed.
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Answer: Weight of skin The extra skin does not usually weigh that much. It typically weighs between 3 and 8 pounds. Of course some patients have larger pieces of skin removed, but on average, I would guess you would have a 3 pound piece of skin removed.
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December 14, 2014
Answer: Weight of Skin Removed While the excess skin and fat removed may only weigh a few pounds, it will look as though you have lost much more. Even measurements can be deceiving, so I rarely tell patients what their new dress size will be.The best way to judge the way you might look is to look at other photos of patients who look like you !BestDr L
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December 14, 2014
Answer: Weight of Skin Removed While the excess skin and fat removed may only weigh a few pounds, it will look as though you have lost much more. Even measurements can be deceiving, so I rarely tell patients what their new dress size will be.The best way to judge the way you might look is to look at other photos of patients who look like you !BestDr L
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December 15, 2014
Answer: Skin and fat does not weigh much Skin and fat does not weigh much, especially fat. That's why fat floats to the surface. And that's why you should not expect to lose much weight after either liposuction or a tummy tuck. Best wishes.
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December 15, 2014
Answer: Skin and fat does not weigh much Skin and fat does not weigh much, especially fat. That's why fat floats to the surface. And that's why you should not expect to lose much weight after either liposuction or a tummy tuck. Best wishes.
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December 13, 2014
Answer: How much does the extra skin weigh? You appear to be a very good candidate for a tummy tuck. The removed tissue may be 5 lbs or so. Look at
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December 13, 2014
Answer: How much does the extra skin weigh? You appear to be a very good candidate for a tummy tuck. The removed tissue may be 5 lbs or so. Look at
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December 15, 2014
Answer: How much does the extra skin weigh? Thank you for your question.In general, patients who undergo tummy tuck surgery may lose 3-5 pounds. I do not perform this procedure for weight loss but rather for body contouring purposes.Most patients who have the tummy tuck procedure are so pleased with their new look that they start exercising more and eating more healthy and therefore may lose weight.I hope this helps.Best Wishes.
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December 15, 2014
Answer: How much does the extra skin weigh? Thank you for your question.In general, patients who undergo tummy tuck surgery may lose 3-5 pounds. I do not perform this procedure for weight loss but rather for body contouring purposes.Most patients who have the tummy tuck procedure are so pleased with their new look that they start exercising more and eating more healthy and therefore may lose weight.I hope this helps.Best Wishes.
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