I am in the beginning stages of looking for a plastic surgeon. 6 years ago I was 300 pounds, today I am 190 at 5'8". I also had 2 children during these past 6 years both weighing 9# at birth. I know there is still some more weight to lose but I have reached a point where jump rope, jumping jacks, burpees are all embarrassing exercises to attempt due to my pannus and the noise it makes when hitting my thighs. I was curious with my current shape if a FDL would be my best option. Thanks.
February 16, 2018
Answer: Tummy Tuck full or FDL? Congratulations on your weight loss. It is difficult to tell exactly what you will need since your pants hide some of the skin laxity. Based on your pictures, I think that you might also be a candidate for a circumferential body lift which will address more of the laxity on the hips, lateral thighs, and buttocks than you will get with just a tummy tuck. A fleur de lis incision can be done with the circumferential lift, but I often recommend that patients hold off on this initially because the vertical scar is much more visible and has more of a tendency to widen over time.
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February 16, 2018
Answer: Tummy Tuck full or FDL? Congratulations on your weight loss. It is difficult to tell exactly what you will need since your pants hide some of the skin laxity. Based on your pictures, I think that you might also be a candidate for a circumferential body lift which will address more of the laxity on the hips, lateral thighs, and buttocks than you will get with just a tummy tuck. A fleur de lis incision can be done with the circumferential lift, but I often recommend that patients hold off on this initially because the vertical scar is much more visible and has more of a tendency to widen over time.
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February 16, 2018
Answer: You Earned Your Tummytuck! Sarah. Fabulous job losing that weight!. Your BMI is now below 30 and the combination of significant weight loss and recent pregnancy demonstrates that Tummytuck is by far your best option. Liposuction will not rid you of redundant skin from weight loss and pregnancy. You can have your surgery now and if need be, lose more weight after the operation. Be certain to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Best of luck.
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February 16, 2018
Answer: You Earned Your Tummytuck! Sarah. Fabulous job losing that weight!. Your BMI is now below 30 and the combination of significant weight loss and recent pregnancy demonstrates that Tummytuck is by far your best option. Liposuction will not rid you of redundant skin from weight loss and pregnancy. You can have your surgery now and if need be, lose more weight after the operation. Be certain to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Best of luck.
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