Male, 34, 5'10, 180, NYC. Frustrated w/ my flanks/love handles and belly. Was a lot heavier in my youth so have a lot of faded stretch marks. If I focus on diet pretty intensely, I can get down another 5-10 pounds, but haven't been able to get lower than that and body shape stays similar. I had gynecomastia surgery at 18 and was happy with the results, but based on that and a childhood hernia surgery, I've found that I tend to scar and it takes a long time for my scars to fade, so have concerns about a tummy tuck (plus recovery time). Less concerned about cost within reason. Hoping for thoughts on: 1) Whether good results could be achieved with lipo (vs tummy tuck)? 2) If lipo, is there a particular form I should consider? 3) If there are other complementary options that I should consider concurrently? 4) Looking to do this in the late fall/early winter. Is it advisable to try to lose that additional 5-10 pounds over the next couple months before the surgery? Thank you!
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Further photos or an exam would be needed for the best recommendation. Some possible options could be BodyTite, umbilicolplasty, or Morpheus8. BodyTite uses RF technology both above and just below the surface to tighten the skin. An umbilicoplasty would involve excision of the excess skin...
Liposuction of your mons pubis and inner thighs would not impact your ability to become pregnant. However waiting for three to six months after surgery may be advisable to allow the swelling to completely resolve and allow you heal more fully. Speak with your surgeon about what is best for you.
There are a couple of options for you to consider. The first is BodyTite. This procedure uses RF technology both on top of and just below the surface to tighten skin. It can be combined with liposuction and does not require general anesthesia. Morpheus8 treatments can also be added to...
