Already thin, looking for "skinny fat" solution for my stomach! Results I can expect from laser or smart lipo? (photos)

Question

I'm 5' 4" 113 lbs, 25 years old and have always had a lower belly pooch resulting in a skin crease just above my belly button and have never been able to achieve a tight, flat/toned look despite being very active and otherwise lean. I want to get laser lipo, hoping to even and flatten out the upper/lower abs, but want to have realistic expectations. I'm also a little worried my lower belly skin will sag post lipo since it is not taut to begin with...thoughts on results I can expect?

Marco A. Pelosi III, MD, FACOG, FACS · Answer

Young skin that is not too stretched out will retract nicely with liposculpture. Nothing should sag in your situation.

Keith Hodge, MD · Answer

I routinely perform Smartlipo, and I think that you are an excellent candidate for this procedure. I perform this in the office under local anesthesia. I think that the laser enhances the skin tightening effect of traditional liposuction, and therefore would decrease your risk of loose skin post-operatively.  Good luck!

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Smart Lipo or Vaser liposuction works best on stubborn fat that is resistant to diet and exercise.  They also give skin tightening.A consultation and exam with a plastic surgeon is recommended.

Richard Wellington Swift, MD · Answer

Thank you for posting photographs with your liposuction question. After reviewing your photos, it appears that liposuction will help flatten your abdomen and your skin should retract nicely at age 25. I recommend that you see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who can examine your abdomen and make the appropriate recommendations. Best wishes in reaching your goal, Dr. Richard Wellingon Swift

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

If you do  not have  significant fat, then liposuction will not help you, and it will not significantly help your skin tone in any significant way, no matter which technique is used.

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