Is this internal or external fat on my abdomen and back? (photos)

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Im 22, 5'7 and weigh 173lbs with 1 previous pregnancy 5 years ago. My waist used to measure 28 inches, I had significantly less fat and had a slimmer appearance. I am having lipo 360, arm lipo, chin lipo, and Buffalo hump lipo + BBL with Dr Karl William Schwarz in Miami this coming June and I'm still trying to figure out if I have a lot of INTERNAL or EXTERNAL fat on/in my abdomen and back...?

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. You are a great candidate for 360 Lipo + BBL. Despite having moderate internal fat, the removal of the external fat will provide you with a significantly improved shape. Good luck!

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question.

In this regard, I recommend you a Tummy Tuck to get a flat abdomen and waist and back Liposculpture, getting better curves especially in the waist, improving your body contour.

Finally, I suggested take the fat we get and transfer to the buttocks and hips, to mold them and get better volume, contour and butt projection, is that we know as "Brazilian Butt Lift" (BBL).

Kind regards,
Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Karthik Ram, MRCS, DNB · Answer

Hello.Best way to differentiate between external and internal fat is using pinch test.Grasp the fat between the thumb and forefingers.The amount of fat you can grasp will be your external fat that can be removed by liposuction.Rest will be the internal fat that requires regular exercise to deal with it.Looking at your pics  you are good candidate for tummy tuck.It will remove the excess skin and tighten your abdominal muscles.Hope that I have cleared your doubt.Thanks for posting your query.Good luck

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

From your photos it appears you have both internal (visceral) and external fat.  You will have improvement from your liposuction, but would likely get better results from a tummy tuck.  I've included a video I hope you find helpful.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Cheerful461312,
based on your photos, you look like a good candidate for a TT. Full tummy tuck should tighten your abdominal muscles and remove the excess skin. Flanks liposuction would give you a better shape. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon because only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Is this internal or external fat on my abdomen and back? (photos)

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Is this internal or external fat on my abdomen and back? (photos)

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