Will a tummy tuck smooth out lumps? (Photo)

Tummy Tuck for Smoother Abdomen
Hello Jaspsadie02,

Thank you for your question regarding whether a tummy tuck or other procedure can smooth out the lumps and bumps on your belly. Based on your photos and history, a tummy tuck will significantly help improve the lumpiness of your skin.

Given that you don't have a lot of excess skin, there are a few considerations:

Smoothing the Abdomen: A tummy tuck will remove excess skin and fat, tightening the area and addressing the uneven texture caused by previous surgeries and weight loss. This should smooth out the lumps and bumps, giving you a more even contour.

Vertical Scar: Because you have had a mini tummy tuck before and do not have much excess skin, you will likely be left with a vertical scar from where your current bellybutton needs to be moved. This vertical scar will extend from the current position of your bellybutton down to the new position.

Other Procedures: Depending on the extent of the hollowed-out area from the hematoma, additional procedures such as fat grafting might be recommended to fill in and smooth out any depressions.

Scarring Considerations: It’s important to consider that any surgical intervention will leave scars. However, these scars can fade over time and can be concealed under most types of clothing and swimwear.

In conclusion, a full tummy tuck will likely provide the best results in smoothing out your abdomen and improving the overall contour. Make sure to discuss all your concerns and expectations with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can provide a detailed plan tailored to your needs.

Good luck, and I wish you all the best in achieving your desired results.

Sincerely,

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FASMBS, FICS
Plastic Surgeon

Dear Jaspsadie02,
tummy tuck will remove loose skin and tighten muscle but it will not help with lumps. 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, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello, my name is Dr Igor Burko and I am a Plastic Surgeon at SY Aesthetics in NYC. It is difficult to say whether your contour irregularities are a result of previous liposuction, hematoma, or both.
There are a couple ways to potentially treat these irregularities. If you have enough skin laxity, and are a candidate for an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), then removing the skin with the irregularities will solve the problem. Another option for irregularities with a hollowing, is fat grafting the area to fill the space.
It is best to see a trained plastic surgeon so that you can have a consultation with a physical exam to discuss your options.