I gained around a couple hundred pounds over 5 years and lost it all in the past 3 years. I got diastases recti and some loose skin. I am also taking methadone for a opioid dependence which lowered my testosterone and caused breast tissue in my chest and fupa area. I would like to know if all this can be done by one doctor or is it better to go to specialists in specific fields and do two separate surgeries. I need minor skin tightening and to sow the six pack and remove the breast tissue, fupa.
Answer: Abdominoplasty Thank you for submitting your question! An Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a procedure that removes excess skin, tightens the diastasis recti muscle, and includes liposuction of the abdomen in one procedure. If you want tissue removed from your breasts as well then that can be done during the same abdominoplasty procedure as well. Those would not require two separate surgeries. I recommend scheduling a consult appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so we can create a surgical plan that is best for you and your goals.
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Answer: Abdominoplasty Thank you for submitting your question! An Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is a procedure that removes excess skin, tightens the diastasis recti muscle, and includes liposuction of the abdomen in one procedure. If you want tissue removed from your breasts as well then that can be done during the same abdominoplasty procedure as well. Those would not require two separate surgeries. I recommend scheduling a consult appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so we can create a surgical plan that is best for you and your goals.
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December 22, 2023
Answer: Diastasis recti repair, skin tightening and breast tissue removal Yes, these procedures—diastasis recti repair, skin tightening (often associated with a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty), and breast tissue removal (like a breast reduction)—can typically be performed by a single plastic surgeon who is experienced in these areas.
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December 22, 2023
Answer: Diastasis recti repair, skin tightening and breast tissue removal Yes, these procedures—diastasis recti repair, skin tightening (often associated with a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty), and breast tissue removal (like a breast reduction)—can typically be performed by a single plastic surgeon who is experienced in these areas.
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June 15, 2023
Answer: Diastasis recti repair, skin tightening and breast tissue removal Dear D Wiz,
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June 15, 2023
Answer: Diastasis recti repair, skin tightening and breast tissue removal Dear D Wiz,
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April 30, 2023
Answer: A single surgery should be possible. A well trained board certified plastic surgeon should be able to easily handle all the areas you wish to treat at a single operation. You will need to discuss your opioid dependency with your plastic surgeon and primary care doctor so a solid plan is in place for your post operative pain control. Best wishes.
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April 30, 2023
Answer: A single surgery should be possible. A well trained board certified plastic surgeon should be able to easily handle all the areas you wish to treat at a single operation. You will need to discuss your opioid dependency with your plastic surgeon and primary care doctor so a solid plan is in place for your post operative pain control. Best wishes.
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April 26, 2023
Answer: Diastasis repair, skin tightening and breast tissue removal All of these surgeries can be done by the same Plastic Surgeon.
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April 26, 2023
Answer: Diastasis repair, skin tightening and breast tissue removal All of these surgeries can be done by the same Plastic Surgeon.
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