I had a mommy makeover about 6 months ago. At the 4 month post op mark I noticed my upper stomach bulge. After seeing my dr he said it may be the muscle repair sutures came undone. In any case I'm very unhappy about it. Will lipo in the tummy help? It's mostly a bulge above the belly button. I'm also not pleased with how my belly button looks. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Answer: When to Consider a Revision Typically, its best to wait at least one year following the initial surgery to consider a #revision. Information that you read online may not apply to your personal situation. All surgical #procedures carry some degree of #risk. Always discuss your issues and concerns with the Plastic Surgeon during and following your consultation.The suitability of your procedures and any specific risks may be determined during you #consultation. Also, another element to a #satisfying result of your procedures are realistic #expectations.
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Answer: When to Consider a Revision Typically, its best to wait at least one year following the initial surgery to consider a #revision. Information that you read online may not apply to your personal situation. All surgical #procedures carry some degree of #risk. Always discuss your issues and concerns with the Plastic Surgeon during and following your consultation.The suitability of your procedures and any specific risks may be determined during you #consultation. Also, another element to a #satisfying result of your procedures are realistic #expectations.
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November 15, 2014
Answer: 6 months is too early for further surgery To be honest, your photos make it a little difficult to tell what is going on (especially lacking the pre-op photos.) And again, to be honest, I agree with you that an abdominoplasty should result in a flat stomach in as much as that is achievable. Sometimes, after a tummy tuck, it is normal to have some bulging above the umbilicus, I have seen temporary fluid collections occur--in those particular cases it will resolve (though 6 months is a bit late for that.)One thing I notice in your photos is that your abdominal muscles seem very relaxed. This speaks to two things: First, maybe you are kind of pushing out your tummy in the photos, and in general. Core body strength and muscle work will improve your result. Second, part of the abdominoplasty procedure is plication (tightening) of the abdominal muscles--hopefully this was done well. Last, I noticed your belly button result isn't ideal (though it is hard to see in these photos.) That appearance may be due to fluid collection, or simply a suboptimal surgery.Overall, it's difficult to tell without pre-operative photos, and a physical exam, but I would say that revision is not out of the question. However, you may be able to correct these problems with minimal weight loss and exercise. There is only so much surgery can do for the abdominal muscles.One thing is for sure: I don't think liposuction is the answer. Hope that offers some perspective.
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November 15, 2014
Answer: 6 months is too early for further surgery To be honest, your photos make it a little difficult to tell what is going on (especially lacking the pre-op photos.) And again, to be honest, I agree with you that an abdominoplasty should result in a flat stomach in as much as that is achievable. Sometimes, after a tummy tuck, it is normal to have some bulging above the umbilicus, I have seen temporary fluid collections occur--in those particular cases it will resolve (though 6 months is a bit late for that.)One thing I notice in your photos is that your abdominal muscles seem very relaxed. This speaks to two things: First, maybe you are kind of pushing out your tummy in the photos, and in general. Core body strength and muscle work will improve your result. Second, part of the abdominoplasty procedure is plication (tightening) of the abdominal muscles--hopefully this was done well. Last, I noticed your belly button result isn't ideal (though it is hard to see in these photos.) That appearance may be due to fluid collection, or simply a suboptimal surgery.Overall, it's difficult to tell without pre-operative photos, and a physical exam, but I would say that revision is not out of the question. However, you may be able to correct these problems with minimal weight loss and exercise. There is only so much surgery can do for the abdominal muscles.One thing is for sure: I don't think liposuction is the answer. Hope that offers some perspective.
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November 13, 2014
Answer: Liposuction after a tummy tuck Liposuction may be good for you, but you also may have some residual swelling. It's hard to tell you without seeing you first, but give it another 4-6 months before making any decisions.
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November 13, 2014
Answer: Liposuction after a tummy tuck Liposuction may be good for you, but you also may have some residual swelling. It's hard to tell you without seeing you first, but give it another 4-6 months before making any decisions.
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November 12, 2014
Answer: Revision probably necessary for this abdominoplasty result. One would expect a flatter abdomen after and abdominoplasty. This might require re-tightening of the abdominal wall with or without liposuction it's impossible to tell without an examination.
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November 12, 2014
Answer: Revision probably necessary for this abdominoplasty result. One would expect a flatter abdomen after and abdominoplasty. This might require re-tightening of the abdominal wall with or without liposuction it's impossible to tell without an examination.
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November 11, 2014
Answer: Bulge If your muscle repair sutures become undone, liposuction will not be of any benefit. You will need replacement of the muscle repair sutures to fix your problem. Ideally your belly button would be redone at the same time.
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November 11, 2014
Answer: Bulge If your muscle repair sutures become undone, liposuction will not be of any benefit. You will need replacement of the muscle repair sutures to fix your problem. Ideally your belly button would be redone at the same time.
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