Extra skin or bad Lipo? What are my options? (Photo)

Question

I had Lipo almost two years ago. I've been losing weight and I've always had this extra skin or fat after my Lipo. What are my options?

Martin Benjamin, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello! Unfortunately, it appears that you have some extra skin after liposuction. When combining liposuction w/ skin tightening (i.e. j-plasma etc.) you can expect up to a 60% improvement but it is not perfect. Surgically, the gold standard is to perform a tummy tuck to remove the extra skin and give you a tighter look. Nonsurgically, you can look into Morpheus 8 (RF microneedling) treatments to help tighten the area around the belly button for a better result. Good luck!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Nurturing700365,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Your contour irregularities from liposuction can be improved with a tummy tuck.  Many of the stretch marks will be addressed as well.  The next step is to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

Ramiro Morales, Jr., MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question and pictures.  It looks like between lipo and the weight loss you have lost most of the fat.  However, due to the amount of stretch marks the skin cannot shrink and so you would most benefit from a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty.  Be sure to see a Board Certified PS for your consultation.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

an examination is needed to see if it is extra unmissed fat or excess skin. If fat remains, selected liposuction can be done. Otherwise, radiofrequency skin tightening may help or a tummy tuck.

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