I’ve already had a lot of skin removed after losing 170 pounds in past. I am now looking to tighten the remaining skin on my upper abdomen. I’m just concerned that currently my skin is very thin in that area and has little to no elasticity. If that skin is pulled tight and taut prior to becoming pregnant, will this cause an issue when I do become pregnant? Will the skin stretch without any issue? I am not having any muscle work, just skin tightening and removal.
June 20, 2022
Answer: Tummy Tuck Hello and thank you for your question. Most patients are advised to wait until they are done having children. If you are not having muscle work then you may be fine to have the procedure. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss all your options. Best of luck!
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June 20, 2022
Answer: Tummy Tuck Hello and thank you for your question. Most patients are advised to wait until they are done having children. If you are not having muscle work then you may be fine to have the procedure. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss all your options. Best of luck!
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June 19, 2022
Answer: Tummy tuck before pregnancy It is wonderful what you have achieved!! I have performed Tummy Tucks in young patients who have lost significant amount of weight because of a bypass or gastric sleeve and some others who by accident had pregnancies after the TT without any issues because the tissues (skin, muscle) gradually overstretch throughout the pregnancy. In order to prevent you losing the TT results must avoid putting a lot of weight during the pregnancy. Be encouraged!! Dr. Cárdenas
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June 19, 2022
Answer: Tummy tuck before pregnancy It is wonderful what you have achieved!! I have performed Tummy Tucks in young patients who have lost significant amount of weight because of a bypass or gastric sleeve and some others who by accident had pregnancies after the TT without any issues because the tissues (skin, muscle) gradually overstretch throughout the pregnancy. In order to prevent you losing the TT results must avoid putting a lot of weight during the pregnancy. Be encouraged!! Dr. Cárdenas
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