I'd like to have a tummy tuck and expanders to implant surgery done at the same time. What is your opinion?

Yes it is very possible to have a tummy tuck and TE to implant surgery done at the same time.  Discussion with your plastic surgeon is important to make sure they are comfortable with doing both procedures.  Good luck.

The short answer to your question is yes - you can opt for a tummy tuck during your implant exchange.  Keep in mind, you can opt for autologous reconstruction to restore your breasts using your own tissue using the tummy tuck breast reconstruction procedure (also known as DIEP flap surgery).   Please visit with a board certified plastic surgeon to learn more about your options. Best wishes,Dr. BasuHouston, TX

HelloGood question. Technically it would be possible to do both at the same time, as long as your plastic surgeon is on board and you are healthy enough for a longer surgery.The one disadvantage that I always like to point out to my breast cancer patients inquiring about tummy tucks is this: If you have a tummy tuck now, and at some point need more reconstructive surgery on your breasts, you wont have as many options. The abdomen is often the best "donor site" for tissue when we do flap reconstructions (TRAM, DIEP). It sounds like you've had a successful expander reconstruction and probably wouldn't need the flap option, but it's always good to have options in the future if you ever had problems with your implants.I hope that helps-Best wishes-

Thanks for your question-- the removal of tissue expanders and replacement with a more permanent implant can sometimes be combined with other procedures such as fat transfer, tummy tuck, etc.  One of my patients felt this was a good time to combine procedures, and called this surgery her "swap-ortunity" opportunity. It is important that you clear this with your oncologist (to ensure that you are no longer immunosuppressed from chemo, etc) and to make sure that you are medically a good candidate for a combined surgery.  Your plastic surgeon will be able to give you the details of both procedures and tell you if this is an option.  It is worth discussing with your physicians if this is something you would like to pursue.  Congratulations on progressing through the tissue expansion phase of your recovery, and best wishes on your continued health.--Erik Hoy, MD