Lipo for thick waist after tummy tuck?

Question

I had a tummy tuck @2 yrs ago. It very successfully removed the hanging skin I had from pregnancy. I’m under 5’2” & gained a ton, my short torso was destroyed. Now, my stomach is flat, but I still dont have my waistline back. I have more contour on one side but little definition and my upper ab area protrudes more & gives a muffin top w tighter pants. I was previously thinnest there. Would lipo fix the area, give my waist more contour? Is there a less invasive option? -F, 41, 5’1”

Andre P. Marshall, MD · Answer

Hi geenabeach, 
It is not uncommon for patients get additional liposuction after a tummy tuck for additional definition and curves. Conservative liposuction during a tummy tuck is often the surgeon's approach to help preserve blood supply to the remaining abdominal skin. In most cases such as yours additional liposuction can usually be performed now that you have fully healed from the previous operation. A consultation with your surgeon or another board certified plastic surgeon is the recommended to make sure your goals can be met.
Dr. Andre P. MarshallDouble Board Certified Plastic SurgeonBeverly Hills, CA 90210

Michelle Zweifler, MD · Answer

Liposuction can help with waist definition in appropriate candidate.  Liposuction of the flanks from the front and the back "360 Liposuction" helps contour the waist.  One needs enough pinchable fat for liposuction to make a difference.  Some people are naturally short waisted, the ribs costal margin end and the hip bone starts limiting waist contour.

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. You are a great candidate for 360 liposuction. This will remove excess fat around your torso. If you wish to add curves, fat grafting can be done as well. I hope this helps.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear geenabeach,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Based on your photos, it looks like you would benefit from liposuction. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Kevin Tehrani, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and posting appropriate pictures. You seem to be a very good candidate for liposculpting of your waistline and back areas. It is best to have a consultation virtually initially to discuss options. This may be able to be performed under local anesthesia.

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