Will a fleur-de-lis incision after additional weight loss post lower body lift be ok? (Photo)

Question

I had a lower body lift after losing 110 lbs. but it wasn’t enough to address all of the skin due to the amount of sagging and poor elasticity. I am a 33 yo. Female. My surgeon informed me of this prior. He did a wonderful job but I still have excess skin on my stomach and will be having a fleur-de-lis inscision. Will losing an additional 13 kg affect my lower body lift? Or will the fleur de lis adjust the additional new sagging skin? I am currently weight training and exercising as well.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Naynay899,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. 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

Scott C. Lindsay, DO · Answer

Thanks for your question! 30lbs is quite a bit of weight and could potentially affect your results. I would suggest consulting with your surgeon and getting their opinion. Best of luck!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your impressive weight loss!  As you are planning to lose additional weight, it is best to do so before having surgery.  This will give your surgeon the best opportunity to maximize your results.  Typically small weight fluctuations +/-10 pounds) will not cause significant impact, however you are planning closer to 30 pounds.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

I would not recommend a fleur de lis but would recommend redoing your tummy tuck.  If you are not planning future pregnancies, I recommend 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.

John LoMonaco, MD, FACS · Answer

I think the best bet to get you a more defined waist would involve 3 things

1) Be your best maintainable weight

2) Some liposuction of the waist and the vertical scar if you want to trade t for a better shape

3) Possible re-visiting the muscle repair at the time of the vertical

If my link come through look under Lower Body Lift, Cases 2, 4, and 5

Will a fleur-de-lis incision after additional weight loss post lower body lift be ok? (Photo)

Answers (9)

Answer: Tummy tuck with mesh, not fleur de lis

Answer: Tummy tuck with mesh, not fleur de lis

Answer: FDL for Shapely Waist

Answer: FDL for Shapely Waist

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Tummy Tuck

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Will a fleur-de-lis incision after additional weight loss post lower body lift be ok? (Photo)

Answers (9)

Answer: Tummy tuck with mesh, not fleur de lis

Answer: Tummy tuck with mesh, not fleur de lis

Answer: FDL for Shapely Waist

Answer: FDL for Shapely Waist

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Tummy Tuck

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.