Is this a good result at 9 weeks post mini tummy tuck? Mini tummy tuck, bb 'float' and muscle repair all the way up. (Photos)

Question

I now have loose and bulging skin above my belly button, i feel my belly button is too low and i also think my abdomen looks generally strange. i know i need to wait 6 months but fear my problems won't resolve over time. My surgeon is well qualified/ experienced. I'm unhappy with the result (which is worse in clothes because of the peak/ bulge that forms above my bb and belt line) but don't want to judge the work unreasonably. 4 before shots and 4 after. uploads at a strange angle. no idea why

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear lizgriffin,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello. Great question. Congratulations on your procedure. At nine weeks, there is still swelling present. Swelling misguides the results of your procedure. You have yet to see your final results. Keep following your surgeon's post op instructions.

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Thanks for posting your pictures.  It appears that the skin above your belly button is tighter and the abdominal bulge is improved so I'm not certain what looks odd to you.  However, if after several months you are not seeing the desired improvement, you could discuss your specific concerns with your surgeon.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It appears you are healing appropriately.  At nine months post op the majority of your swelling has resolved.  Going forward the changes that occur will be more subtle in nature, but it will be a few months before seeing your final result.  I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.

Derby Sang Caputo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. I personally would have recommended you a full Tummy Tuck to be able to take away more skin and flatten out more the abdomen area.Best of luck

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