Will I need a Tummy tuck after losing weight? (photos)

Hi there…Congratulations on your amazing weight loss. It is very challenging, and you have accomplished a lot! Your goals are appropriate and admirable. I feel that after you stabilize your weight, you will likely have a substantial amount of excess abdominal skin and abdominal wall laxity/looseness. I feel that you will likely benefit from tummy tuck / abdominoplasty.At this point, I would focus on achieving your ideal body weight and stay stable at that wait for sometime before considering surgery. It is absolutely essential that you seek the advice of the surgeon who is board certified and has extensive experience in body contouring.I wish you the best.Dr. Gabbay.

Thank you very much for this interesting and important question.Trying to lose weight before a surgical procedure its a very delicate matter, since in many cases a restrictive diet can cause problems, such as anemia, electrolyte disturbances, decreased protein, etc ... retarding the healing process and damaging the surgery.For these reasons, if your purpose is to lose weight, i recommend you have a BMI less or equal to 30.In this regard, you must to have a support with a nutritionist, so you can achieve the desired goal, in the most healthy way, without incressing complications risks in the plastic surgery to perform.On the other hand, I recommend you yo be treated by a board certified plastic surgeon, with special training in Plastic Surgery After Massive Weight Loss. Therefore, it will use different surgical techniques and special safety measures for ex- obese patients.It's very important to make a preparation weeks or even months before the surgery, advising the patient to take certain measures that helps to have a successful surgery with very good results.Finally remember you are a minor and for any procedure you will need your parents consent.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol.-

Wonderful news on your weight loss!  Everyone is different when it comes to skin elasticity.  My suggestion is to seek a consultation from a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon when you have reached your goal weight and feel confident you are able to maintain it.  Only then can you get the answer you are needing.  All the best.

Congratulations on your weight loss! From your pictures, you do appear to have some loose skin which is best dealt with via a TT. Continue working towards your goal and when you have reached your ideal weight, explore your surgical options with board certified plastic surgeons if you so desire. Best of luck in reaching your goal!

First, congratulations on your weight loss and your decision to adopt a healthy lifestyle, it will serve you well!  As far as your tummy, it sounds as though you still have a significant amount of weight you would like to lose, so only time will tell. By your pic from the front, it appears that you have a little bit of excess skin hanging, but it appears to be mild.  Also, you are young so hopefully your skin will contract more.  I would also suggest you take into consideration whether or not you would like to have children before doing a tummy tuck, as pregnancy can spoil the results and necessitate a revision surgery.  Best of luck with your continued journey!