Do I have any other options besides invasive surgery to improve my stomach area? (Photo)

From my experience, insurance plans typically require specific criteria for panniculectomy approval. These criteria often include photographic documentation demonstrating that the redundant abdominal skin extends to or below the level of the symphysis pubis. Furthermore, evidence of chronic or...

The two procedures you are considering overlap to a degree. The panniculectomy simply removes overhanging skin. The fleur de lis tummy tuck would remove overhanging skin too but also addresses abdominal wall laxity and removes excess skin on the abdomen resulting in an improved contour. It...

You can begin by visiting with a board certified surgeon to be evaluated for a panniculectomy. Your information will be submitted to your insurance company for approval. Once you have reached your goal weight you may want to consider a full tummy tuck. This will address excess fat and skin as...