For a super extended tummy tuck do I get two incisions one in the lower abdomen and one right in the middle of the abdomen from top of abdomen to the lower abdomen? I am confused. I saw pictures and it looks as if they have two scars. And if so, is there anyway where I can still get a TT with just the lower incision?
Answer: Extended Tummy Tuck Incision Hello,
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October 28, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck Hello and thank you for your question. A tummy tuck should be performed with one incision. This can be done through a low
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October 28, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck Hello and thank you for your question. A tummy tuck should be performed with one incision. This can be done through a low
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October 28, 2017
Answer: Extended Abdominoplasty You are correct in been confused. An extended abdominoplasty means a longer lower incision in order to remove excess lateral skin. Often done in patients that loose a lot of weight and have loose skin. Patients that loose a lot of weight also tend to have excess skin along their circumference as well. If you want to have a tighter result in your circumference then a vertical scar can be added. It is not necessary and it will be discussed in detail prior to your surgery. In my practice with my vast experience, I rarely make the vertical scar. There are ways to enhance your waistline with a low extended horizontal scar. Please come in for a consultation with me and you will clear and understand it all. Thank you.Luis A. Viñas MD
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October 28, 2017
Answer: Extended Abdominoplasty You are correct in been confused. An extended abdominoplasty means a longer lower incision in order to remove excess lateral skin. Often done in patients that loose a lot of weight and have loose skin. Patients that loose a lot of weight also tend to have excess skin along their circumference as well. If you want to have a tighter result in your circumference then a vertical scar can be added. It is not necessary and it will be discussed in detail prior to your surgery. In my practice with my vast experience, I rarely make the vertical scar. There are ways to enhance your waistline with a low extended horizontal scar. Please come in for a consultation with me and you will clear and understand it all. Thank you.Luis A. Viñas MD
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October 30, 2017
Answer: How many incision with an extended tummy tuck I would say most times there is only the standard lower incision with the extended tummy tuck. However, this incision is usually longer in order to remove the large amount of excess skin. There are some patients, especially the massive weight loss patients that have an abnormal amount of excess skin in the central upper abdomen. These patients may benefit from a vertical incision as well. This is an unusual situation and not the norm. Talk with your surgeon, so there are no surprises on surgery day.Eric Weiss MD
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October 30, 2017
Answer: How many incision with an extended tummy tuck I would say most times there is only the standard lower incision with the extended tummy tuck. However, this incision is usually longer in order to remove the large amount of excess skin. There are some patients, especially the massive weight loss patients that have an abnormal amount of excess skin in the central upper abdomen. These patients may benefit from a vertical incision as well. This is an unusual situation and not the norm. Talk with your surgeon, so there are no surprises on surgery day.Eric Weiss MD
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October 30, 2017
Answer: Extended tummy tuck: one or two incisions
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October 30, 2017
Answer: Extended tummy tuck: one or two incisions
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