Can liposuction and tummy tuck be done at the same time?

Many plastic surgeons combine liposuction with their abdominoplasties. This is great to treat the hip area or "muffin top" as people call it. In addition, it can be used to thin out the fat of the upper abdomen that will be moved down in a tummy tuck. But this must be done with some caution so as not to create a problem with healing of the lower abdominal tummy tuck incision. Liposuction of any other area(like the arms, thighs, back) is safe to combine with a tummy tuck and is often performed. Hope this helps.

As you can see from the number of answers already posted, combining liposuction with a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a routine procedure. Besides combining those 2 procedures, plastic surgeons often perform cosmetic breast surgery during the same operation, as well, called a Mommy Makeover by most surgeons.  
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Absolutely. The combination of a tummy tuck and liposuction is extremely popular and a great way to help people get the shape they're looking to achieve

Thank you for your question regarding the combination of liposuction and a tummy tuck. Yes, these procedures can be performed together, but there are important considerations to keep in mind, particularly regarding blood supply. During a tummy tuck, the skin and fat are lifted off the underlying muscles, which can already compromise the blood supply to the area. Adding liposuction, especially in the same area, could further reduce blood flow, increasing the risk of complications like poor wound healing or tissue necrosis.

The best approach to minimize these risks is to focus liposuction on the love handles or flanks, as these areas are further from the central abdominal blood supply. Liposuction of the rectus abdominis lines (the lines that form the "six-pack" look) is possible, but it carries higher risks because it directly overlaps with the areas involved in the tummy tuck. Your plastic surgeon will carefully assess your anatomy and recommend the safest approach to achieve your desired results.

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J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FASMBS, FICS

Yes - these can be performed at the same time and this is routine in our practice to improve post-operative contour of the waist.

Yes liposuction cane be safely done at the same time as tummy tuck. In fact i do liposuction to all my tummy tuck operations to the flank to get better curves. Liposuction to other areas can also be done at the same time. The limiting factor is the total anaesthetic duration of the case . Please discuss with yiyr surgeon what areas of liposuction can be done in a safe way.

Hello, thanks for your question. Liposuction and abdominoplasty are often combined to dramatically recontour the midsection. The two procedures have different but complementary goals that can yield beautiful results for the right patient. Liposuction removes isolated pockets of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. On its own, it cannot address muscle laxity or excess skin. A tummy tuck, on the other hand, does involve tightening loose or separated abdominal muscles and removing excess skin. Combining these procedures can improve fat, muscle and skin at the same time with just one recovery period. Not everyone will be a candidate for this approach. I recommended consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area to find out what’s right for you. Good luck!

First your plastic surgeon needs to make sure that you are healthy and a good candidate for surgery. If you are, then liposuction combined with a tummy tuck is definitely a great option. I routinely perform both at the same time.

Hello, and thank you for your question. In my practice, most ( tummy tucks ) abdominoplasties undergo some form of upper and lower abdominal liposuction during the procedure.  This assists mobilization of the skin and allows a greater degree of sculpting to the final result. Liposuction can also be helpful in removing fatty deposits around the abdomen and giving an overall toned appearance of the abdomen.  However, the method used must respect the blood supply and underlying health status of the patient to help guard against post-operative wound healing problems

It is very common to perform liposuction at the same time as abdominoplasty, it is almost the standard for surgeons. This is usually performed in the flank area in the lower back or mid back region but can also be extended safely to other areas. Significant liposuction in other parts of the body do carry risks when combined with abdominoplasty and it is important to discuss this with your surgeon. More standard abdominoplasty related liposuction will serve to narrow the waist and improve the love handle regions. Without liposuction in these areas following an abdominoplasty, they may appear more prominent.

Thank you for your question. It is very common and safe to perform liposuction with a tummy tuck. I commonly suction the flanks and hips at the same time of a tummy tuck. Too much liposuction of multiple areas would create more potential complications.