Finding a surgeon: Standard TT vs FDL experience/photos? (Photos)

Congratulations on your impressive weight loss! You can ask your surgeon for photos specifically related to FDL approach. You may have more luck with photos if researching board certified plastic surgeons who have helped patients after major weight loss. I appeared on TLC's program Skin Tight which helped those who have lost significant weight restore their appearance. I've included a video I hope you find helpful.

There are several options of tummy tuck after massive weight loss. A “standard” abdominoplasty usually removed skin downward with scars ending at the hips. An extended tummy tuck may include remove the front abdominal and flank excess skin. A lower body lift extended the abdomen and lower back helping to lift the buttock and often decreases the waist.

While a fleur-de-lys you are removing excess skin downwards and centrally with an additional vertical scar. Fleur-de-lys helps narrow the waist. Often plastic surgeons perform FDL tummy tuck if there is already a vertical scar and that the patient heals well.

Thank you for your question and photos. You would do very well with a lipoabdominoplasty with a low pubic bone level incision. You already show good underlying muscle definition and this can be further enhanced with VASER Hi Def Lipo technique. You do not need an FDL! It would be a mistake if you'll take that route. See a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in advanced body sculpting techniques for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.