Hi Everyone, I’m reaching out to explore options for improving my abdominal area. My main goals are to achieve a more defined waistline, a flatter stomach, and to address some mild fibrosis resulting from a previous liposuction procedure. After completing my military service in 2012, I underwent liposuction/BBL in 2013 at Sono Bello in Beverly Hills. At that time, I weighed around 130 pounds ( I am 5’8” tall for reference). I am 45 years old. Unfortunately, the results were not ideal, but I moved forward and focused on my responsibilities as a single mom, balancing school and work. Now, I have finally decided to revisit this. Currently, I weigh 125 pounds, but I still have a persistent lower abdominal pooch and lack definition in my abdominal area. I’m unsure whether I would benefit more from a mini tummy tuck with Vaser Lipo 360, or if lipo alone would be sufficient. I know that I don't want any ab etching, just a toned, lean & flat tummy. For further context, I have one adult son (age 25) and no other pregnancies. I am highly athletic and work out regularly. I do cardio, weight lifting, pilates, and yoga. I just want to trim all of the fat around my tummy and, for the love of God, get rid of my pooch! I have worked out consistently for the last 20 years. I eat pretty clean and healthy.
Answer: Abdominoplasty with VASER Lipo 360 Thank you for your question. You may be a candidate for an abdominoplasty with a low-positioned scar because you have a lower abdominal pooch that includes skin laxity and may be a muscle separation. After previous liposuction and scarring (mild fibrosis), standard lipo may struggle to smooth the tissue, so combining abdominoplasty with VASER Lipo 360 can further refine your waistline and enhance your overall result since you don’t want ab etching. An in-person consultation with a surgeon experienced in revision lipo and tummy tucks will help confirm the surgical plan.
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Answer: Abdominoplasty with VASER Lipo 360 Thank you for your question. You may be a candidate for an abdominoplasty with a low-positioned scar because you have a lower abdominal pooch that includes skin laxity and may be a muscle separation. After previous liposuction and scarring (mild fibrosis), standard lipo may struggle to smooth the tissue, so combining abdominoplasty with VASER Lipo 360 can further refine your waistline and enhance your overall result since you don’t want ab etching. An in-person consultation with a surgeon experienced in revision lipo and tummy tucks will help confirm the surgical plan.
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July 10, 2025
Answer: Tummy tuck or liposculpture I understand that in your case, 4K liposculpture with J-Plasma technology would provide excellent results, achieving a flat abdomen and defined waist without the need for a tummy tuck.
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July 10, 2025
Answer: Tummy tuck or liposculpture I understand that in your case, 4K liposculpture with J-Plasma technology would provide excellent results, achieving a flat abdomen and defined waist without the need for a tummy tuck.
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June 21, 2025
Answer: Refining the Waistline: Why a Floating Belly Button Tummy Tuck May Be the Best Fit Thanks for sharing your photos—you’re clearly in great shape, with very little excess fat overall. What stands out most are the contour irregularities from the previous liposuction and some excess skin. There also appears to be a bit of lower abdominal muscle separation from pregnancy, which could be contributing to the persistent pooch.
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June 21, 2025
Answer: Refining the Waistline: Why a Floating Belly Button Tummy Tuck May Be the Best Fit Thanks for sharing your photos—you’re clearly in great shape, with very little excess fat overall. What stands out most are the contour irregularities from the previous liposuction and some excess skin. There also appears to be a bit of lower abdominal muscle separation from pregnancy, which could be contributing to the persistent pooch.
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June 19, 2025
Answer: Seeking a Flatter, More Defined Abdomen After Previous Lipo – What Are Your Best Options? Thank you for sharing your story — your commitment to fitness, healthy living, and self-care is inspiring. After everything you’ve managed over the years, it's completely understandable to want your abdominal area to reflect the level of effort and discipline you’ve put in.
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June 19, 2025
Answer: Seeking a Flatter, More Defined Abdomen After Previous Lipo – What Are Your Best Options? Thank you for sharing your story — your commitment to fitness, healthy living, and self-care is inspiring. After everything you’ve managed over the years, it's completely understandable to want your abdominal area to reflect the level of effort and discipline you’ve put in.
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June 17, 2025
Answer: Do I need a tummy Tuck or just Liposuction Thank You for your query. You look pretty good and Vaser Liposuction in the lower part of your abdomen may be all you need. You can get some non surgical skin tightening with, J-plasma or Thermitight as well, if needed. Please find an experienced board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!
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June 17, 2025
Answer: Do I need a tummy Tuck or just Liposuction Thank You for your query. You look pretty good and Vaser Liposuction in the lower part of your abdomen may be all you need. You can get some non surgical skin tightening with, J-plasma or Thermitight as well, if needed. Please find an experienced board certified Plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!
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