Post menopause- Am I a good candidate for tummy tuck, lipo and a mons lift? (photos)

Your are an excellent candidate for a tummy tuck. The technique I recommend is abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement. The mesh creates a more hourglass figure by compressing the abdominal wall resulting in early satiety and helps maintain a reduced weight.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

From your photos it appears you are a candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction for contouring. This will address subcutaneous fat as well as correct abdominal wall laxity. It cannot address visceral fat, which is the internal fat behind your abdominal wall. This can only be addressed through weight loss. See a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

Thank you for your questions and photos. From your photos, you are a good candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction. A tummy tuck will address excess skin & repair of the abdominal muscle. The abdominal wall can be weakened after pregnancy and (or) significant weight gain & loss. By repairing the muscle, not only does the appearance of your abdominal area improve, but your core strength as well. The repair of the muscle will cinch your waist like an inner corset, which will accentuate your curves. Liposuction will remove excess fat from unwanted areas with some skin retraction. Your expectations and health will dictate the best procedure(s) for you. I suggest a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the options that best address your goals. Best of luck!

Dhaval Patel MD
Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Chicago
South Barrington
Oakbrook
Orland Park