Fat redistribution after lipo and a tummy tuck: what happens if you gain weight after a TT?

Hello and thank you for your question. You have a set amount/number of fat cells. Once fat cells are removed they are basically gone forever. Some fat cells probably regenerate but its prob so insignificant that its nothing to write home about. Now...the fat cells that are left behind, both in the lipo and non-lipo areas, can still enlarge if you gain weight and shrink if you lose weight. So...if the area that has been liposuctioned now has less fat cells, when you gain weight, there are less fat cells to increase in size. The areas where liposuction hasn't been performed have more fat cells that will increase in size if you gain weight therefore it seems as though you are preferentially gaining weight in that area.  Hope this helps/makes sense!Ankur Mehta MD

Fat cells permanently removed via tummy tuck and liposuction will not come back. Any remaining fat cells can grow larger if weight is gained after. They do not migrate.An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to discuss your options and expectations.

Hello,Fat gain after a tummy tuck can occur. Once fat cells are removed they do not come back, however the fat cells that are remaining in your body will gain weight. Talk with your surgeon and he/she can show you based on your weight distribution where this would most likely occur. All the best!Dr. BlaggAustin TX