How much weight (in loose skin/tissue) will I lose from a tummy tuck?
Answer: Not that much weight loss after a tummy tuck. The tummy tuck operation addresses loose (droopy) skin, extra fat, and rectus muscles that have been pulled apart, (usually with pregnancy). We take off a substanital amount of tissue, but it does not weigh that much when placed on the scale. Remember bone and muscle weigh more than fat and skin. It will look like more "weight" was dropped by the patient as they will get into their clothes better and have a trimmer shape.
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Answer: Not that much weight loss after a tummy tuck. The tummy tuck operation addresses loose (droopy) skin, extra fat, and rectus muscles that have been pulled apart, (usually with pregnancy). We take off a substanital amount of tissue, but it does not weigh that much when placed on the scale. Remember bone and muscle weigh more than fat and skin. It will look like more "weight" was dropped by the patient as they will get into their clothes better and have a trimmer shape.
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February 12, 2011
Answer: Tummy tuck is a contouring surgery, not a weight loss surgery
It is a common question for patients to ask how much weight will they lose with their tummy tuck. The reality is that tummy tucks are not weight loss procedures and patients are often disappointed to hear that they will only lose a few pounds. Patients that have undergone significant weight loss, can lose anywhere from 7-20 lbs if they have a large hanging abdomen, but this is specific to this subset of patients.
Tummy tucks can give great contour to your abdomen. Patients should already be at or near their goal weight prior to the procedure as further weight loss after the procedure may result in losing the tightness you achieved with your procedure.
Good luck.
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February 12, 2011
Answer: Tummy tuck is a contouring surgery, not a weight loss surgery
It is a common question for patients to ask how much weight will they lose with their tummy tuck. The reality is that tummy tucks are not weight loss procedures and patients are often disappointed to hear that they will only lose a few pounds. Patients that have undergone significant weight loss, can lose anywhere from 7-20 lbs if they have a large hanging abdomen, but this is specific to this subset of patients.
Tummy tucks can give great contour to your abdomen. Patients should already be at or near their goal weight prior to the procedure as further weight loss after the procedure may result in losing the tightness you achieved with your procedure.
Good luck.
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May 8, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck surgery is not a weight loss surgery Everyone is different. Most commonly, only a few pounds is removed after a tummy tuck. Occasionally, larger amounts of tissue can be removed in select circumstances. I hope this helps.- Dr. Bryson Richards
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May 8, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck surgery is not a weight loss surgery Everyone is different. Most commonly, only a few pounds is removed after a tummy tuck. Occasionally, larger amounts of tissue can be removed in select circumstances. I hope this helps.- Dr. Bryson Richards
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May 4, 2018
Answer: Abdominoplasty weight loss Abdominoplasty is not a weight loss procedure. The amount of actual fat/skin that is removed varies from patient to patient but the average is probably around 5 lbs. There is typically a significant improvement in abdominal contour and waist size. And many patients that have a severe diastasis are able to be more active afterwards and can improve their ability to lose additional weight if desired.
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May 4, 2018
Answer: Abdominoplasty weight loss Abdominoplasty is not a weight loss procedure. The amount of actual fat/skin that is removed varies from patient to patient but the average is probably around 5 lbs. There is typically a significant improvement in abdominal contour and waist size. And many patients that have a severe diastasis are able to be more active afterwards and can improve their ability to lose additional weight if desired.
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September 11, 2017
Answer: Weight loss post tummy tuck Hi there, The amount of weight loss post tummy tuck really depends on the primary reason for the procedure as well as the type of surgical technique that your surgeon performs. It is important to appreciate that tummy tuck is a primarily body contouring procedure with the purpose to reshape your waistline and the the contour of your abdominal wall after a certain period of diet and exercise in optimising your lifestyle. Tummy tuck is not a primary weight loss procedure, but it does have consequence of removing some excessive weight from your excess tissue of skin & fat in the process of reshaping your new abdominal contour. Depending on surgical technique and your degree of tissue excess, a full tummy tuck with assisted liposuction approach will obviously remove more tissue weight in comparison to a mini tummy tuck where a smaller amount of tissue are being removed in the lower abdominal region. It'll be best for you to consult your plastic surgeon regarding your situation for better understanding of what exactly involve in the surgical process. Hope this helps. Best wishes Ellis Choy
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September 11, 2017
Answer: Weight loss post tummy tuck Hi there, The amount of weight loss post tummy tuck really depends on the primary reason for the procedure as well as the type of surgical technique that your surgeon performs. It is important to appreciate that tummy tuck is a primarily body contouring procedure with the purpose to reshape your waistline and the the contour of your abdominal wall after a certain period of diet and exercise in optimising your lifestyle. Tummy tuck is not a primary weight loss procedure, but it does have consequence of removing some excessive weight from your excess tissue of skin & fat in the process of reshaping your new abdominal contour. Depending on surgical technique and your degree of tissue excess, a full tummy tuck with assisted liposuction approach will obviously remove more tissue weight in comparison to a mini tummy tuck where a smaller amount of tissue are being removed in the lower abdominal region. It'll be best for you to consult your plastic surgeon regarding your situation for better understanding of what exactly involve in the surgical process. Hope this helps. Best wishes Ellis Choy
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Answer: Not designed for weight loss A tummy tuck is not designed for weight loss. While loose skin and fat are removed, the amount may not make a significant impact on your weight but will make a significant impact on your appearance since your mid-section will be smoother and more contoured.
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Answer: Not designed for weight loss A tummy tuck is not designed for weight loss. While loose skin and fat are removed, the amount may not make a significant impact on your weight but will make a significant impact on your appearance since your mid-section will be smoother and more contoured.
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