I am 24 years old, 5'6, 160 lbs, and had a baby 6 months ago. I reached 218 lbs during my pregnancy and have alot of stretch marks on my stomache, as well it hangs. I am planning to have laser lipo in November and I am wondering what will my stretch marks look like after. Will my belly still hang or is it just like that from the weight of the fat. Please note that my belly has always been large. I am not willing to have a tummy tuck. Thanks
Answer: Stretch marks and laser lipo
Reduction in girth from lipsuction alone may make the stretch marks less visible as the skin contracts on itself. The laser energy might stimulate collagen production in the dermis which might help the appearance of the stretch marks but, if this occurs, and it's a low chance, it might only be realized six months or more after the liposuction.
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Answer: Stretch marks and laser lipo
Reduction in girth from lipsuction alone may make the stretch marks less visible as the skin contracts on itself. The laser energy might stimulate collagen production in the dermis which might help the appearance of the stretch marks but, if this occurs, and it's a low chance, it might only be realized six months or more after the liposuction.
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Answer: Liposuction does not effect the appearance of your stretch marks Thank you for your question. Liposuction should have no effect on the appearance of your stretch marks. Stretch marks are caused by tears in the dermis of the skin that can arise from fluctuations in weight, rapid growth, and/or pregnancy. These tears in the dermis are essentially scars in the skin and are unaffected by the removal of subcutaneous fat during a liposuction procedure. From the photo that you included, it appears as though you have some excess fat and excess skin and laxity of the abdominal wall. Should you elect to have a liposuction procedure, you should ultimately notice a loss of some inches around the abdomen but it will not correct or take care of the extra hanging skin. The only way to remove the abdominal pannus or excess skin fold would be to surgically remove it with a tummy tuck. A tummy tuck would also afford your surgeon the ability to correct the laxity of your abdominal wall at the same time.I hope you find this helpful and I wish you the best.
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Answer: Liposuction does not effect the appearance of your stretch marks Thank you for your question. Liposuction should have no effect on the appearance of your stretch marks. Stretch marks are caused by tears in the dermis of the skin that can arise from fluctuations in weight, rapid growth, and/or pregnancy. These tears in the dermis are essentially scars in the skin and are unaffected by the removal of subcutaneous fat during a liposuction procedure. From the photo that you included, it appears as though you have some excess fat and excess skin and laxity of the abdominal wall. Should you elect to have a liposuction procedure, you should ultimately notice a loss of some inches around the abdomen but it will not correct or take care of the extra hanging skin. The only way to remove the abdominal pannus or excess skin fold would be to surgically remove it with a tummy tuck. A tummy tuck would also afford your surgeon the ability to correct the laxity of your abdominal wall at the same time.I hope you find this helpful and I wish you the best.
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October 16, 2015
Answer: Liposuction unsuitable to achieve your goals I would strongly recommend you reconsider getting liposuction, as it most likely won't achieve the results you want. Liposuction can definitely get rid of the fat in your midsection, however it will make your loose skin more apparent, which would hide your results. You already have loose skin, and unfortunately not even methods of liposuction that can achieve some tightening of the overlying skin (such as ultrasonic assisted) will be sufficient. It will not improve your stretch marks, either. A tummy tuck would probably be the most effective solution for you. However, please see an experienced board certified plastic surgeon for a physical examination to determine the most suitable treatment.
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October 16, 2015
Answer: Liposuction unsuitable to achieve your goals I would strongly recommend you reconsider getting liposuction, as it most likely won't achieve the results you want. Liposuction can definitely get rid of the fat in your midsection, however it will make your loose skin more apparent, which would hide your results. You already have loose skin, and unfortunately not even methods of liposuction that can achieve some tightening of the overlying skin (such as ultrasonic assisted) will be sufficient. It will not improve your stretch marks, either. A tummy tuck would probably be the most effective solution for you. However, please see an experienced board certified plastic surgeon for a physical examination to determine the most suitable treatment.
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June 20, 2016
Answer: (PHOTO) If you are not willing to have a tummy tuck DO NOT waste your money on liposuction.
If you are not willing to have a tummy tuck DO NOT waste your money on liposuction. You will likely have irrgularities loose skin that will create folds that can get irritated ir inflammed or infected.
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June 20, 2016
Answer: (PHOTO) If you are not willing to have a tummy tuck DO NOT waste your money on liposuction.
If you are not willing to have a tummy tuck DO NOT waste your money on liposuction. You will likely have irrgularities loose skin that will create folds that can get irritated ir inflammed or infected.
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September 27, 2018
Answer: Laser lipo or any liposuction unlikely to achieve what you need.
Dear Slimsoon
You may have been over promised on the liposuction. The stretch marks will not go away with the liposuction, laser or otherwise. The photo demonstrates profound skin laxity contributing the folding over of the skin at the bottom of the tummy known medically by the term panniculus. Liposuction will reduce the overall shape and fullness of the stomach and can be associated with a degree of skin contraction. There is no evidence that this type of skin contraction is more dramatic with a laser lipo over a conventional liposuction. Also when surgeons discuss this, it is possible to be mislead by the degree of improvement. In your case, you will have some improvement but it is unrealistic to expect the panniculus to resolve. However, a prior liposuction does not prevent you from getting a tummy tuck at a later date if you decide you want further improvement.
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September 27, 2018
Answer: Laser lipo or any liposuction unlikely to achieve what you need.
Dear Slimsoon
You may have been over promised on the liposuction. The stretch marks will not go away with the liposuction, laser or otherwise. The photo demonstrates profound skin laxity contributing the folding over of the skin at the bottom of the tummy known medically by the term panniculus. Liposuction will reduce the overall shape and fullness of the stomach and can be associated with a degree of skin contraction. There is no evidence that this type of skin contraction is more dramatic with a laser lipo over a conventional liposuction. Also when surgeons discuss this, it is possible to be mislead by the degree of improvement. In your case, you will have some improvement but it is unrealistic to expect the panniculus to resolve. However, a prior liposuction does not prevent you from getting a tummy tuck at a later date if you decide you want further improvement.
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