Hi I went to a plastic surgeon to get a quote on a tummy tuck and she said I could go with a regular tummy tuck or extended tummy tuck if I choose regular my sides could be good with exercise my only concern is if I go with a regular tummy tuck (to avoid longer scar) will the exercise fix my love handles? And will I have extra skin hanging ?
Answer: Tummy tuck with lipo Based on your pictures it looks like you are a great candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction of your sides and back for a nice contour, always see a board certified PS.
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Answer: Tummy tuck with lipo Based on your pictures it looks like you are a great candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction of your sides and back for a nice contour, always see a board certified PS.
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Answer: EXTENDED TUMMY TUCK WITH VASER LIPO ON FLANKS. Hello julus2008, I appreciate your questions! Based on your pictures, you seem to be a good candidate for High Lateral Tension Abdominoplasty (Extended Tummy Tuck). This procedure includes a tummy tuck in the front of the abdomen and transfers the lift over the hip to the side of the thigh to improve contour in this area, suspending and improving the hip and thigh. You can simulate the effect by grabbing the skin on the sides of your waist and pulling up as if you’re putting on a pair of pants. I also recommend getting VASER Liposuction on the flanks to eliminate excess fat while tightening your skin, in one single procedure. VASER Liposuction is clinically proven to cause 53% more skin retraction relative to standard liposuction methods. Set up an in-person consultation with your plastic surgeon to assess your candidacy for Extended Tummy Tuck and VASER Liposuction and discuss your specific needs and cosmetic goals. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.
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Answer: EXTENDED TUMMY TUCK WITH VASER LIPO ON FLANKS. Hello julus2008, I appreciate your questions! Based on your pictures, you seem to be a good candidate for High Lateral Tension Abdominoplasty (Extended Tummy Tuck). This procedure includes a tummy tuck in the front of the abdomen and transfers the lift over the hip to the side of the thigh to improve contour in this area, suspending and improving the hip and thigh. You can simulate the effect by grabbing the skin on the sides of your waist and pulling up as if you’re putting on a pair of pants. I also recommend getting VASER Liposuction on the flanks to eliminate excess fat while tightening your skin, in one single procedure. VASER Liposuction is clinically proven to cause 53% more skin retraction relative to standard liposuction methods. Set up an in-person consultation with your plastic surgeon to assess your candidacy for Extended Tummy Tuck and VASER Liposuction and discuss your specific needs and cosmetic goals. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.
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March 20, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you are a great candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction. This could be either an extended tummy tuck or a regular tummy tuck. This can be done through a low incision, all completely below the bikini line. The belly button can be designed to look natural and have no scars on the exterior. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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March 20, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you are a great candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction. This could be either an extended tummy tuck or a regular tummy tuck. This can be done through a low incision, all completely below the bikini line. The belly button can be designed to look natural and have no scars on the exterior. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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March 20, 2018
Answer: Extended gives the best result I would recommend the extended incision and possibly some liposuction to get the best result. The little extra length on the scar is well worth the improvement that you get in contour. Many modern board certified plastic surgeons will work to place the incision low on your abdomen so that it is hidden in the underwear line and it will fade dramatically over several years. I would not want to risk getting the best result to have a shorter scar. Best of luck on your Journey.
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March 20, 2018
Answer: Extended gives the best result I would recommend the extended incision and possibly some liposuction to get the best result. The little extra length on the scar is well worth the improvement that you get in contour. Many modern board certified plastic surgeons will work to place the incision low on your abdomen so that it is hidden in the underwear line and it will fade dramatically over several years. I would not want to risk getting the best result to have a shorter scar. Best of luck on your Journey.
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April 23, 2018
Answer: "Extended" tummy tuck Twenty years ago no one differentiated between tummy tuck and extended tummy tuck. Basically, the longer the incision the more skin you can excise. No patient has the same length incision, the operation should be tailored to the patient. That was the long answer, short answer, you look like you need a longer incision. Good luck, Jane
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April 23, 2018
Answer: "Extended" tummy tuck Twenty years ago no one differentiated between tummy tuck and extended tummy tuck. Basically, the longer the incision the more skin you can excise. No patient has the same length incision, the operation should be tailored to the patient. That was the long answer, short answer, you look like you need a longer incision. Good luck, Jane
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