I have had several consultations with different plastic surgeons about having a Tummy Tuck done. Two of the plastic surgeons told me that they would just do the Tummy Tuck, without Liposuction as it can be dangerous if done at the same time. Two other plastic surgeons said that they would do Liposuction to the flanks, and also right under my rib cage, above my belly button. I am really confused! I am going back to the one ps who said he would do both at the same time and ask him more questions about it. I just want to be safe. Is Liposuction really necessary? Or can some area already be tightened with just Tummy Tuck?
Answer: Liposuction and a tummy tuck This is a very interesting topic. Textbooks have stated that it is risky to perform abdominal liposuction at the same time as a tummy tuck, but recent plastic surgery articles have discounted this. In my practice, I'll liposuction the flanks only with a tummy tuck to help preserve the blood supply to the abdominal skin. The feeling is that extensive liposuction above the belly button could disrupt the blood supply to the skin flap. A little liposuction would probably be fine, but I would be hesitant to perform aggressive liposuction above the belly button at the same time as a tummy tuck. You can always go back later (3-6) months for liposuction after the blood supply has been re-established to the abdominal skin after your tummy tuck.
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Answer: Liposuction and a tummy tuck This is a very interesting topic. Textbooks have stated that it is risky to perform abdominal liposuction at the same time as a tummy tuck, but recent plastic surgery articles have discounted this. In my practice, I'll liposuction the flanks only with a tummy tuck to help preserve the blood supply to the abdominal skin. The feeling is that extensive liposuction above the belly button could disrupt the blood supply to the skin flap. A little liposuction would probably be fine, but I would be hesitant to perform aggressive liposuction above the belly button at the same time as a tummy tuck. You can always go back later (3-6) months for liposuction after the blood supply has been re-established to the abdominal skin after your tummy tuck.
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Answer: Combining Liposuction with Tummy Tuck: Understanding Safety and Efficacy Thank you for your question regarding whether liposuction is necessary when having a tummy tuck. It’s excellent that you are gathering information to make a well-informed decision.
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Answer: Combining Liposuction with Tummy Tuck: Understanding Safety and Efficacy Thank you for your question regarding whether liposuction is necessary when having a tummy tuck. It’s excellent that you are gathering information to make a well-informed decision.
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February 13, 2016
Answer: Is Liposuction Necessary when Having Tummy Tuck? Thank you for the question.Liposuction is a tool that is often used during the time of tummy tuck surgery. Different plastic surgeons utilize this tool differently; some are more “aggressive” than others. In my practice, I frequently utilize this tool to treat adipose tissue of the flanks and pubic areas during the tummy tuck procedures.It will not hurt to discuss the pros/cons of liposuctioning with your plastic surgeon; simply ask for his rationale why feels it would be potentially helpful treating the areas you are concerned about. Best wishes.
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February 13, 2016
Answer: Is Liposuction Necessary when Having Tummy Tuck? Thank you for the question.Liposuction is a tool that is often used during the time of tummy tuck surgery. Different plastic surgeons utilize this tool differently; some are more “aggressive” than others. In my practice, I frequently utilize this tool to treat adipose tissue of the flanks and pubic areas during the tummy tuck procedures.It will not hurt to discuss the pros/cons of liposuctioning with your plastic surgeon; simply ask for his rationale why feels it would be potentially helpful treating the areas you are concerned about. Best wishes.
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January 17, 2017
Answer: Abdominoplasty and liposuction There are many issues here which are too complex to answer completely in this format but I will try to simplify.
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January 17, 2017
Answer: Abdominoplasty and liposuction There are many issues here which are too complex to answer completely in this format but I will try to simplify.
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June 8, 2009
Answer: Depends on your anatomy There is some controversy about lipo at the time of abdominoplasty. If done with caution and not to and undermined flap I feel as if it can be done safely. Whether or not it is neccessary depends upon where you have fatty excesses. In some cases if they are not addressed at your initial surgery you might need to have it done later to maximize your result.
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June 8, 2009
Answer: Depends on your anatomy There is some controversy about lipo at the time of abdominoplasty. If done with caution and not to and undermined flap I feel as if it can be done safely. Whether or not it is neccessary depends upon where you have fatty excesses. In some cases if they are not addressed at your initial surgery you might need to have it done later to maximize your result.
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