I’m a 39-year-old, 6.2” male. In my early 20s, I weighed 280 lbs, but I now weigh 185 lbs after several years of caloric-deficient weight training, resulting in a significant weight loss, I have some loose skin. Trying to figure out what type of tummy tuck I need (extended/circumferential).  I would appreciate some professional opinions. I have had a few virtual consultations through pictures, and they’re putting me for a mini tummy tuck. 
Answer: Extended tummy tuck Extended tummy tuck will remove all excess skin, based on your photos.
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Answer: Extended tummy tuck Extended tummy tuck will remove all excess skin, based on your photos.
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Answer: Body lift/tummy tuck Thanks for submitting your questions and photos. Congrats on the weight loss, that is very inspiring! Based on your photos, you are a great candidate for an extended tummy tuck. This would not only remove the excess skin from the front, but can also smooth out the appearance of the love handles from the back. Your scar would need to extend partially around the waist. A small amount of liposuction to the abdomen for contouring would be an appropriate add-on as well. You could also do a traditional tummy tuck with liposuction to the lower back, but would get less skin tightening. I highly recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon in person to come up with a game plan. Congrats again, good luck, and thanks for reaching out.
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Answer: Body lift/tummy tuck Thanks for submitting your questions and photos. Congrats on the weight loss, that is very inspiring! Based on your photos, you are a great candidate for an extended tummy tuck. This would not only remove the excess skin from the front, but can also smooth out the appearance of the love handles from the back. Your scar would need to extend partially around the waist. A small amount of liposuction to the abdomen for contouring would be an appropriate add-on as well. You could also do a traditional tummy tuck with liposuction to the lower back, but would get less skin tightening. I highly recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon in person to come up with a game plan. Congrats again, good luck, and thanks for reaching out.
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June 3, 2025
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June 3, 2025
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June 2, 2025
Answer: What type of tummy tuck would be best? The degree of skin excess in your photos suggest that you would best served with an extended tummy tuck and possibly circumferential. A more definitive recommendation would require a physical examination. Seek a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. It has been my experience that men such as yourself generally have a very good outcome.
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June 2, 2025
Answer: What type of tummy tuck would be best? The degree of skin excess in your photos suggest that you would best served with an extended tummy tuck and possibly circumferential. A more definitive recommendation would require a physical examination. Seek a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. It has been my experience that men such as yourself generally have a very good outcome.
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June 3, 2025
Answer: Type of TT after weight loss Congratulations on your weight loss. You are a great candidate for a laterally extended abdominoplasty. You are also a candidate for a FDL laterally extended abdominoplasty as you have horizontal and vertical laxity; this option would remove the most skin but it does leave a hip to hip incision plus a midline vertical incision. I would advise to work on the front first, then consider stage II with back/posterior work as you may still want a variation of a back lift. I would not advise doing these at the same time.
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June 3, 2025
Answer: Type of TT after weight loss Congratulations on your weight loss. You are a great candidate for a laterally extended abdominoplasty. You are also a candidate for a FDL laterally extended abdominoplasty as you have horizontal and vertical laxity; this option would remove the most skin but it does leave a hip to hip incision plus a midline vertical incision. I would advise to work on the front first, then consider stage II with back/posterior work as you may still want a variation of a back lift. I would not advise doing these at the same time.
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June 1, 2025
Answer: Circumferential tummy tuck Congratulations on your hard earned weight loss! If you have issues with loose skin on your back, a circumferential tummy tuck would probably be the most suitable option for you. If not, a more extensive tummy tuck that focuses on your front and sides may be suitable.
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June 1, 2025
Answer: Circumferential tummy tuck Congratulations on your hard earned weight loss! If you have issues with loose skin on your back, a circumferential tummy tuck would probably be the most suitable option for you. If not, a more extensive tummy tuck that focuses on your front and sides may be suitable.
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