Hello. I am 36 years old and lost 120lbs after having bariatric surgery in 2018. I am 5'6 and currently at a stable weight of 170lbs. I have decided to get a tummy tuck and want to make sure I chose the right procedure(s) to avoid wanting to go back for more later! I'd love to address as much excess fat/loose skin as possible in my abdomen, hips, sides and bra line/back fat area. I've had consults ranging from tt with flank lipo to extended tt with lipo 360. HELP!
Answer: Adding lipo to TT for best results after massive weight loss? Hi Cheerful,
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Answer: Tummy Tuck and Liposuction Thank you for your questions and photos. From your photo, you would be a good candidate for a tummy tuck with 360 liposuction. In one of your photos you are pointing out the spot next to your breast/underarm area. The lateral chest is not usually included with 360 liposuction areas. It can be done at the same time. You just want to make sure your surgeon is aware that you would like to address your bilateral lateral chest as well. A tummy tuck will address excess skin & repair of the abdominal muscle. The abdominal wall can be weakened after pregnancy and (or) significant weight gain & loss. By repairing the muscle, not only does the appearance of your abdominal area improve, but your core strength as well. The repair of the muscle will cinch your waist like an inner corset, which will accentuate your curves. Liposuction will remove excess fat from unwanted areas with some skin retraction. Your expectations and health will dictate the best procedure(s) for you. I suggest a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the options that best address your goals. Best of luck!
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Answer: Tummy Tuck and Liposuction Thank you for your questions and photos. From your photo, you would be a good candidate for a tummy tuck with 360 liposuction. In one of your photos you are pointing out the spot next to your breast/underarm area. The lateral chest is not usually included with 360 liposuction areas. It can be done at the same time. You just want to make sure your surgeon is aware that you would like to address your bilateral lateral chest as well. A tummy tuck will address excess skin & repair of the abdominal muscle. The abdominal wall can be weakened after pregnancy and (or) significant weight gain & loss. By repairing the muscle, not only does the appearance of your abdominal area improve, but your core strength as well. The repair of the muscle will cinch your waist like an inner corset, which will accentuate your curves. Liposuction will remove excess fat from unwanted areas with some skin retraction. Your expectations and health will dictate the best procedure(s) for you. I suggest a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the options that best address your goals. Best of luck!
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May 4, 2022
Answer: TUMMY TUCK Thank you for your question and pictures. i would recommend you a tummy tuck with liposuction for betters results. If you're willing to travel, Surgeons in the Dominican Republic have experience and very high standard of excellence when it comes to plastic surgery. I'm positive you can get what you're looking for
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May 4, 2022
Answer: TUMMY TUCK Thank you for your question and pictures. i would recommend you a tummy tuck with liposuction for betters results. If you're willing to travel, Surgeons in the Dominican Republic have experience and very high standard of excellence when it comes to plastic surgery. I'm positive you can get what you're looking for
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April 8, 2022
Answer: Adding lipo to tummy tuck for best results after weight loss from bariatric surgery? Hello @Cheerful260279 thank you for your question and showing your pictures. I suggest you have combine treatment tummy tuck and liposculture. Each procedure serves a different purpose, a tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and strengthens the abdominal muscles, in which there is abdominal lipolysis, abdominal diastasis repair, skin removal with umbilical reconstruction depending on each case. On the other hand liposculture we take out fat from all parts of the body to make it more harmonious. The two procedures combine will give you the best results. Is important that you consult consult with several board certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD FACS
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April 8, 2022
Answer: Adding lipo to tummy tuck for best results after weight loss from bariatric surgery? Hello @Cheerful260279 thank you for your question and showing your pictures. I suggest you have combine treatment tummy tuck and liposculture. Each procedure serves a different purpose, a tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and strengthens the abdominal muscles, in which there is abdominal lipolysis, abdominal diastasis repair, skin removal with umbilical reconstruction depending on each case. On the other hand liposculture we take out fat from all parts of the body to make it more harmonious. The two procedures combine will give you the best results. Is important that you consult consult with several board certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD FACS
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April 6, 2022
Answer: Addressing Fat & Loose Skin For Your Best Plastic Surgery Results Thank you for your question regarding what to do with your abdomen after a 120 pound weight loss after having bariatric surgery in 2018. I would definitely suggest an extended tummy tuck. A mini tummy tuck or regular tummy tuck will not address your entire abdomen. The incision needs to go from as far back as possible underneath the abdominal panus and across the upper pubic region or mons. During your extended tummy tuck, the mons should be lifted and reduced, and the excess skin and fat from above the mons to at least above the belly button should be removed. The rectus abdominus muscle should be plicated. I would also suggest liposuction of the superior iliac crest or the love handles. This will eliminate any residual fat. In regards to the bra line back fat, you did not submit good pictures of the back. However, the options range from liposuction of the back to a horizontal or even vertical torsoplasty. If you wish to go to the liposuction route, I would definitely suggest the VASER liposuction machine. This is the best machine for back liposuction. If you have excess skin of the back, I would suggest either an incision from the armpit down your sides to eliminate the excess skin. Alternatively, if you have a significant amount of back skin, I would suggest a horizontal torsoplasty where the incision goes across your back, underneath the bra strap line. Please examine my website for examples. Thank you and good luck regarding your weight loss journey.
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April 6, 2022
Answer: Addressing Fat & Loose Skin For Your Best Plastic Surgery Results Thank you for your question regarding what to do with your abdomen after a 120 pound weight loss after having bariatric surgery in 2018. I would definitely suggest an extended tummy tuck. A mini tummy tuck or regular tummy tuck will not address your entire abdomen. The incision needs to go from as far back as possible underneath the abdominal panus and across the upper pubic region or mons. During your extended tummy tuck, the mons should be lifted and reduced, and the excess skin and fat from above the mons to at least above the belly button should be removed. The rectus abdominus muscle should be plicated. I would also suggest liposuction of the superior iliac crest or the love handles. This will eliminate any residual fat. In regards to the bra line back fat, you did not submit good pictures of the back. However, the options range from liposuction of the back to a horizontal or even vertical torsoplasty. If you wish to go to the liposuction route, I would definitely suggest the VASER liposuction machine. This is the best machine for back liposuction. If you have excess skin of the back, I would suggest either an incision from the armpit down your sides to eliminate the excess skin. Alternatively, if you have a significant amount of back skin, I would suggest a horizontal torsoplasty where the incision goes across your back, underneath the bra strap line. Please examine my website for examples. Thank you and good luck regarding your weight loss journey.
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April 4, 2022
Answer: Considering options Congratulations on your impressive weight loss! From your photos you would benefit from an extended tummy tuck with liposuction for contouring. Without a photo of your back it's difficult to recommend if liposuction would be adequate or if a back lift would need to be considered. If you are wanting to address the maximum amount of loose skin, then a bra line lift would accomplish this.
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April 4, 2022
Answer: Considering options Congratulations on your impressive weight loss! From your photos you would benefit from an extended tummy tuck with liposuction for contouring. Without a photo of your back it's difficult to recommend if liposuction would be adequate or if a back lift would need to be considered. If you are wanting to address the maximum amount of loose skin, then a bra line lift would accomplish this.
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