Why is my Tummy Tuck Result So Poor? (photo)

It’s important to realize that
every surgical procedure has limitations. We occasionally see patients who are
unhappy following surgery when their expectations exceed their procedures
ability to deliver a result.

In your case, I feel the results
of your abdominoplasty are reasonable. It appears that weakened muscles,
stretch marks, and loose saggy abdominal skin are all significantly better
following this procedure.

Unfortunately, many patients who
undergo abdominoplasty for loose saggy skin have a lower abdominal roll that
extends backwards to the midline of the back. This roll can only be partially
addressed during tummy tuck surgery. Your surgeon extended the incision
posteriorly in an effort to minimize this problem. Under these circumstances, a
transition zone will always exist between the flat abdomen and the back roll of
fat and skin.

The only way to effectively
address this problem is with additional surgery. In some cases, liposuction
alone may be adequate but in the majority of patients the excess fat and skin
will require surgical excision.

If you’re bothered by this
problem, consultation with your surgeon is appropriate. Revisional surgery may
be necessary but should be delayed for at least six months. Your surgeon should
be able to formulate a treatment plan that addresses your
concerns.

It's hard to say without examining you, but you should voice your concerns to your plastic surgeon or seek out a second opinion of another board certified plastic surgeon.

Thanks for your question and pictures.  I am sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with your results.  It does appear that you had significant improvement in your contour.  It does appear that you still have some loose skin in the love handle region.  You may benefit from further excision but I would try and wait until 6 months.  CoolSculpting alone may not be enough.  Good luck!