Hi, I had a tummy tuck (TT) and muscle repair (MR) 9 months ago, but my belly is still round. I’m generally slim (UK size 8/S), but even after surgery, I’m wearing UK size 12 jeans due to the shape of my belly. I expected to be relatively flat after the TT, but that’s not the case, so I’m wondering what could be causing this: Could it be a failed MR? Weak tummy wall (perhaps I needed mesh)? Still swelling (although I doubt this, as it hasn’t changed since months 3-4)? Or could it be bloating?
Answer: Abdominal fullness after a tummy tuck It would help to see your preoperative photos, but you seem to have a very nice abdominal contour. Some extra fullness may be do to not being tightened to your expectations or your tissues not being able to withstand the tension on the sutures. Also, the amount of intra-abdominal fat sometimes limits tightening as much as you may prefer and have expected. You should speak to your plastic surgeon about this and review any options. Sometimes your body shape just does not allow for more tightening than this. Mesh generally is not used in these situations.
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Answer: Abdominal fullness after a tummy tuck It would help to see your preoperative photos, but you seem to have a very nice abdominal contour. Some extra fullness may be do to not being tightened to your expectations or your tissues not being able to withstand the tension on the sutures. Also, the amount of intra-abdominal fat sometimes limits tightening as much as you may prefer and have expected. You should speak to your plastic surgeon about this and review any options. Sometimes your body shape just does not allow for more tightening than this. Mesh generally is not used in these situations.
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March 16, 2025
Answer: Speak with your primary care physician first This could be caused by a variety of factors, such as bloating, excess visceral fat or abdominal muscle separation. You may want to consider speaking with your primary care physician about your concerns or returning to your surgeon.
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March 16, 2025
Answer: Speak with your primary care physician first This could be caused by a variety of factors, such as bloating, excess visceral fat or abdominal muscle separation. You may want to consider speaking with your primary care physician about your concerns or returning to your surgeon.
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February 2, 2025
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December 30, 2024
Answer: Persistent Round Tummy Post-Tummy Tuck and Muscle Repair Hello, and thank you for your question regarding why your abdomen still appears round 9 months after your tummy tuck (TT) and muscle repair (MR). Let’s explore the possible causes.
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December 30, 2024
Answer: Persistent Round Tummy Post-Tummy Tuck and Muscle Repair Hello, and thank you for your question regarding why your abdomen still appears round 9 months after your tummy tuck (TT) and muscle repair (MR). Let’s explore the possible causes.
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December 17, 2024
Answer: Contour From the photos it appears you may have muscle wall laxity or perhaps visceral fat. This is the fat behind your muscle wall that surrounds your organs. It cannot be addressed through a tummy tuck or liposuction. If it is bloating, diet changes or a visit to a GI physician may help. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon to determine next steps.
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December 17, 2024
Answer: Contour From the photos it appears you may have muscle wall laxity or perhaps visceral fat. This is the fat behind your muscle wall that surrounds your organs. It cannot be addressed through a tummy tuck or liposuction. If it is bloating, diet changes or a visit to a GI physician may help. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon to determine next steps.
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