I had a mini tuck a few years ago and the scar is quite long for a mini. I'd now like to get a full tummy tuck, but I'd like to use the same scar, so my side tattoos won't be affected. I know the tattoo on my stomach will get messed up and that's fine. The picture is from a week out of surgery, so the scar isn't healed and my stomach is still sore tight.
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From these photos it is possible that you could benefit from a tradition tummy tuck or possibly mini-tummy tuck, but would likely require a consultation with hands-on examination of skin and soft tissue laxity and excess to give a good answer. It basically comes down to whether you have enough...
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I recommend talking to your plastic surgeon about your difficulties in acquiring medical clearance. They can most likely refer you to someone who can assist you.
Hello, most of my patients who choose to have liposuction with their tummy tuck are satisfied with the outcome, but as with your surgeon, I always advise that the degree of improvement is modest. Also, some types of liposuction are combined with modalities (like laser, radiofrequency,...
