I'm having liposuction of my abdomen and flanks with BBL in August. I'm in my 50s, never had a child, but nonetheless, I have a little bit of an overhang in my belly. What happens to the loose skin? Should I have a tummy tuck, instead? I'm open to having incisions done.
Answer: Makeover with Tummy Tuck and VASER HI DEF 4D Liposculpture, ThermiRF, fat grafting, Body Jet This is difficult to answer without a picture, but based on your description, you sound like a candidate for a tummy tuck, which can be performed at the same time as hi definition liposuction. For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: Makeover with Tummy Tuck and VASER HI DEF 4D Liposculpture, ThermiRF, fat grafting, Body Jet This is difficult to answer without a picture, but based on your description, you sound like a candidate for a tummy tuck, which can be performed at the same time as hi definition liposuction. For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: Liposuction: lipo or tummy tuck? what happens to the loose skin? hello mrsOBK Excess skin would usually shrink back over the area of the body, liposuction is used to reduce volume not tighten skin. We now have a number of non surgical devices such as ThermiSmooth radiofrequency and VelaShape3 to help tighten skin after liposuction for patients who will benefit from this additional care. #liposuction #looseskin
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Answer: Liposuction: lipo or tummy tuck? what happens to the loose skin? hello mrsOBK Excess skin would usually shrink back over the area of the body, liposuction is used to reduce volume not tighten skin. We now have a number of non surgical devices such as ThermiSmooth radiofrequency and VelaShape3 to help tighten skin after liposuction for patients who will benefit from this additional care. #liposuction #looseskin
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June 9, 2017
Answer: What happens to the loose skin after lipo? Thank you very much for your question. Patients with good tissue elasticity will see their skin bounce back after liposuction. However, if you do not have good tissue elasticity, the skin exces will remain, becoming looser and more noticeable. In this case, a tummy tuck is recommended, which will surgically excise the stretched skin, at the same time the unwanted fat is removed. Without a photograph or in-person examination, it is difficult to know if you will require a tummy tuck. I suggest discussing your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon, who can assess your individual situation and make the best recommendation.
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June 9, 2017
Answer: What happens to the loose skin after lipo? Thank you very much for your question. Patients with good tissue elasticity will see their skin bounce back after liposuction. However, if you do not have good tissue elasticity, the skin exces will remain, becoming looser and more noticeable. In this case, a tummy tuck is recommended, which will surgically excise the stretched skin, at the same time the unwanted fat is removed. Without a photograph or in-person examination, it is difficult to know if you will require a tummy tuck. I suggest discussing your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon, who can assess your individual situation and make the best recommendation.
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June 5, 2017
Answer: What happens to loose skin after lipo? Thank you for your question. If you do not have stretch marks, your skin can contract to some extent after liposuction. However, if you have a "fold" of skin it is much less likely that this will disappear after liposuction. The skin pinch or thickness of the area can be reduced, but the fold would likely still be there after liposuction. Depending on how much excess skin, and if the excess is below the belly button you might be able to have a "mini" tummy tuck with liposuction. A consultation would of course be best to get the answers you need! Best wishes, Dr. Della Bennett
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June 5, 2017
Answer: What happens to loose skin after lipo? Thank you for your question. If you do not have stretch marks, your skin can contract to some extent after liposuction. However, if you have a "fold" of skin it is much less likely that this will disappear after liposuction. The skin pinch or thickness of the area can be reduced, but the fold would likely still be there after liposuction. Depending on how much excess skin, and if the excess is below the belly button you might be able to have a "mini" tummy tuck with liposuction. A consultation would of course be best to get the answers you need! Best wishes, Dr. Della Bennett
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June 1, 2017
Answer: Lipo vs Tummy tuck? Thank you for your inquiry. If you have loose skin even though you have not had any pregnancies with liposuction only the skin will become even looser. To obtain best results and flat belly tummy tuck and liposuction combined is recommended. I suggest seeking a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss details and an evaluation. Best of luck!
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June 1, 2017
Answer: Lipo vs Tummy tuck? Thank you for your inquiry. If you have loose skin even though you have not had any pregnancies with liposuction only the skin will become even looser. To obtain best results and flat belly tummy tuck and liposuction combined is recommended. I suggest seeking a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss details and an evaluation. Best of luck!
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June 1, 2017
Answer: Lipo and Tummy Tuck Photos, or better yet, an exam in person is the best way to give advice regarding this situation. In an ideal setting, you undergo the full liposuction and BBL first. Then wait 3-6 months and return for the tummy tuck. This approach allows for more thorough sculpting, especially in the upper abdomen. The preferred post op position when undergoing a BBL is to lay on your stomach and to generally stay off your buttock for 2-4 weeks. It's the opposite for a tummy tuck.
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June 1, 2017
Answer: Lipo and Tummy Tuck Photos, or better yet, an exam in person is the best way to give advice regarding this situation. In an ideal setting, you undergo the full liposuction and BBL first. Then wait 3-6 months and return for the tummy tuck. This approach allows for more thorough sculpting, especially in the upper abdomen. The preferred post op position when undergoing a BBL is to lay on your stomach and to generally stay off your buttock for 2-4 weeks. It's the opposite for a tummy tuck.
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