Am I a tummy tuck candidate? (Photo)

Hi, Based off your photos you are a good candidate for a tummy tuck, but not a standard one. There are several types of abdominoplasties (tummy tucks) out there and each type is used to treat a particular concern. You would be a good candidate for a mini-abdominoplasty with umbilical transposition, rectus plication, and an umbilical hernia repair. With this particular type of surgery I would be able to keep the incision very low and well hidden beneath the underwear line, treat any loose skin below the umbilicus and some slightly above, tighten your abdominal muscles, and repair your umbilical hernia. This would keep your tattoo in the same position above the umbilicus and you would not have a scar around the umbilicus, only a horizontal scar above the hair bearing area of the pubis.
Dr. Bauermeister

Thank you for your question regarding being a candidate for a tummy tuck and for including photos. They are extremely helpful!

From the photos that you shared, it appears that you would be a great candidate for a tummy tuck. You might also have a couple different options with that.

I recommend that you have an in person consultation with two or more experienced board-certified plastic surgeons in your area to be sure and for realistic expectations to be discussed.