I have lost 118 pounds and have been at my goal weight for almost a year. (I am 5’2” and 131 pounds and 51 years old). I lift heavy and weight train hard but for the last 9 months I have made almost no progress in reducing body fat percentage as calculated with a bio impedance device. I’ve used several, so I know it’s at least somewhat close. (30%). My bodyfat percentage is NOT moving no matter how hard I weight train and I’m not interested in losing more weight. Like can I expect to lose say 5% bodyfat
Answer: Body fat Congratulations on your impressive weight loss. Liposuction removes pockets of excess fat. It is not designed to reduce an overall body fat percentage. I encourage you to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss your concerns and learn more about ways to address your loose skin and other concerns.
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Answer: Body fat Congratulations on your impressive weight loss. Liposuction removes pockets of excess fat. It is not designed to reduce an overall body fat percentage. I encourage you to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss your concerns and learn more about ways to address your loose skin and other concerns.
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April 22, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck and liposuction reduces body fat percentage Liposuction and tummy tuck, which resects fat, will decrease your percentage of body fat. The tummy tuck I recommend is abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement. The mesh creates a more hourglass figure by compressing the abdominal wall resulting in early satiety and helps maintain a reduced weight. Liposuction will reduce your body fat by permanently removing the cells.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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April 22, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck and liposuction reduces body fat percentage Liposuction and tummy tuck, which resects fat, will decrease your percentage of body fat. The tummy tuck I recommend is abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement. The mesh creates a more hourglass figure by compressing the abdominal wall resulting in early satiety and helps maintain a reduced weight. Liposuction will reduce your body fat by permanently removing the cells.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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April 22, 2019
Answer: Does tummy tuck with liposuction reduce my body fat percentage? Tummy tuck and liposuction primarily remove fat, therefore they have to reduce the body fat percentage. You should however remember that these procedures are primarily done to improve your shape.
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April 22, 2019
Answer: Does tummy tuck with liposuction reduce my body fat percentage? Tummy tuck and liposuction primarily remove fat, therefore they have to reduce the body fat percentage. You should however remember that these procedures are primarily done to improve your shape.
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April 22, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck and body fat Concerns about the appearance of the abdomen are very common among patients consulting with a plastic surgeon. Just like every patient is different…so too is every abdomen. Different problems require different solutions. Your board certified plastic surgeon is uniquely trained to identify the problems as well as the appropriate solution.
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April 22, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck and body fat Concerns about the appearance of the abdomen are very common among patients consulting with a plastic surgeon. Just like every patient is different…so too is every abdomen. Different problems require different solutions. Your board certified plastic surgeon is uniquely trained to identify the problems as well as the appropriate solution.
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April 22, 2019
Answer: Body contouring after weight loss Hello and thank you for your question. Congratulations on your impressive weight loss. Based on your description, you are a great candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction. This can be done through a low incision, all completely below the bikini line. The belly button can be designed to look natural and have no scars on the exterior. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. It is difficult to predict exact body fat percentage reduction without viewing a picture of your abdomen. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.
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April 22, 2019
Answer: Body contouring after weight loss Hello and thank you for your question. Congratulations on your impressive weight loss. Based on your description, you are a great candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction. This can be done through a low incision, all completely below the bikini line. The belly button can be designed to look natural and have no scars on the exterior. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. It is difficult to predict exact body fat percentage reduction without viewing a picture of your abdomen. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.
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