32, 2 C-sections, Significant weight loss - Does the skin on the upper thigh and love handle area get pulled tight during an extended tummy tuck? Also, does anyone know if you can get OHIP or Private coverage for any part of a tummy tuck? I was thinking that the abdominal muscle repair might be? Has anyone ever heard of this or had a patient that has?
Answer: Extended tummy tuck Dear stephie.laurie,
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June 13, 2023
Answer: Extended tummy tuck Congratulations on your weight loss! Depending on the length of your incision there may be some improvement in the hip area. If the incision goes all the way around the body (circumferential tummy tuck or lower body lift) the buttocks will also be addressed. The thighs are not addressed during a tummy tuck, but rather through a thigh lift. This procedure is considered cosmetic and is not covered by insurance. To learn more visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you.
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June 13, 2023
Answer: Extended tummy tuck Congratulations on your weight loss! Depending on the length of your incision there may be some improvement in the hip area. If the incision goes all the way around the body (circumferential tummy tuck or lower body lift) the buttocks will also be addressed. The thighs are not addressed during a tummy tuck, but rather through a thigh lift. This procedure is considered cosmetic and is not covered by insurance. To learn more visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you.
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June 13, 2023
Answer: Not all extended tummy tucks are the same. I wish you the best luck while recontouring you body after substantial weight loss. Extended abdominoplasties/tummy tucks are typically an abdominoplasty plus posterior body lifts. The extent of surgery is based on your existing skin excess and your health (how much surgery is safe for you). Sometimes, additional areas are included in a single procedure, sometimes not. I would suggest you address these with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options.
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June 13, 2023
Answer: Not all extended tummy tucks are the same. I wish you the best luck while recontouring you body after substantial weight loss. Extended abdominoplasties/tummy tucks are typically an abdominoplasty plus posterior body lifts. The extent of surgery is based on your existing skin excess and your health (how much surgery is safe for you). Sometimes, additional areas are included in a single procedure, sometimes not. I would suggest you address these with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options.
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Answer: Tummy tuck With a tummy tuck, your thigh and buttocks are not changed. I know you can pull your own skin and these areas appear to improve. However, surgery on the abdomen does not change other areas. In the US, insurance companies may possibly approve a tummy tuck if over 100 pounds of weight has been loss and a medical doctor has documented treatment for things like rashes for at least 3 months. Diastasis or widening of the abdominal muscles after childbirth is not covered. Childbirth is an elective choice in the eyes of insurance companies.
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Answer: Tummy tuck With a tummy tuck, your thigh and buttocks are not changed. I know you can pull your own skin and these areas appear to improve. However, surgery on the abdomen does not change other areas. In the US, insurance companies may possibly approve a tummy tuck if over 100 pounds of weight has been loss and a medical doctor has documented treatment for things like rashes for at least 3 months. Diastasis or widening of the abdominal muscles after childbirth is not covered. Childbirth is an elective choice in the eyes of insurance companies.
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June 14, 2023
Answer: Tummy tuck questions Without including pictures for context, is difficult to give you a meaningful answer. A tummy tuck is not considered medically necessary, and is not covered by medical insurance. The only medical coverage for this procedure is skin excision on weight loss patients who have chronic skin infections that cannot be treated without surgery. Muscle tightening is not an necessary medical condition and is not covered by medical insurance.
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June 14, 2023
Answer: Tummy tuck questions Without including pictures for context, is difficult to give you a meaningful answer. A tummy tuck is not considered medically necessary, and is not covered by medical insurance. The only medical coverage for this procedure is skin excision on weight loss patients who have chronic skin infections that cannot be treated without surgery. Muscle tightening is not an necessary medical condition and is not covered by medical insurance.
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