I had a consultation last week & I originally wanted Coolsculpting & breast implants. After I saw the Dr, he recommended a tummy tuck. I am well aware of the extra skin under my belly button I have had 2 kids. I actually was little offended that this was I the only option presented to me since I ONLY have stretch marks under my belly button. i don't care about my extra skin, I dont want a new belly button, I don't want my muscles messed with, I dont want a scar and I cant do that much down time.
February 6, 2015
Answer: I don't want a tummy tuck. Is a tummy tuck REALLY my only option? Based on your photos- you appear to be a good candidate for abdominoplasty with liposuction of flanks. Liposuction alone will not remove your excess skin, and will not tighten your muscles. In fact, you will prob end up with more loose skin after liposuction alone.
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February 6, 2015
Answer: I don't want a tummy tuck. Is a tummy tuck REALLY my only option? Based on your photos- you appear to be a good candidate for abdominoplasty with liposuction of flanks. Liposuction alone will not remove your excess skin, and will not tighten your muscles. In fact, you will prob end up with more loose skin after liposuction alone.
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February 6, 2015
Answer: Then don't have one. Remember that you are together with your plastic surgeon in charge of your care. We can advise you as to what we think is the best treatment option to achieve the result you are hoping for, beauty are the ultimate decider if this is what you want or not. From the photo, it looks as though any of the liposuction options might result in an improvement for you, with minimal scars no larger than your pinky fingernail. Skin tightening is variable and depends on many factors. There are also some non-invasive technologies such as radio frequency that have shown some modest improvements, although those are rarely dramatic or permanent. Coolscultping needs to be carefully evaluated. Some patients report that it hurts, and it is not suitable for all patients, depending on how much of the roll the device can actually grasp between the jaws. If you were not satisfied with your initial consultation, I recommend that you seek a second opinion from a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in surgical as well as noninvasive options. Best of luck to you.
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February 6, 2015
Answer: Then don't have one. Remember that you are together with your plastic surgeon in charge of your care. We can advise you as to what we think is the best treatment option to achieve the result you are hoping for, beauty are the ultimate decider if this is what you want or not. From the photo, it looks as though any of the liposuction options might result in an improvement for you, with minimal scars no larger than your pinky fingernail. Skin tightening is variable and depends on many factors. There are also some non-invasive technologies such as radio frequency that have shown some modest improvements, although those are rarely dramatic or permanent. Coolscultping needs to be carefully evaluated. Some patients report that it hurts, and it is not suitable for all patients, depending on how much of the roll the device can actually grasp between the jaws. If you were not satisfied with your initial consultation, I recommend that you seek a second opinion from a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in surgical as well as noninvasive options. Best of luck to you.
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