I’m in pretty good shape, I’m 40 years old, 5’8” and weigh 140lbs As I’ve gotten older I find under my c-section incision it feels chubby ... where I feel it leads to a chubby vag too I’ve had two c-sections over a decade ago What is the best procedure for me?
January 3, 2018
Answer: I’ve had two c-sections and want to fix the overhang of skin where my incision is. Thank you for your question! I hope that these answers help! Tummy tuck is an excellent method for shaping the belly and create a flatter and sculpted abdomen after the procedure. It sounds like you would be an excellent candidate for the full tummy tuck procedure in order to remove the excess skin/soft tissue of your lower abdomen and contour the areas of your belly. Also, abdominal wall tightening may optimize your result. Stretch marks to the level of your umbilicus will also be excised. I would highly recommend continueddiet and exercise prior to any consideration for body contouring as getting down to your ideal weight prior to the procedure will certainly give you the best results. Also, a continued healthy and active lifestyle will be needed in order to maintain the benefits that the procedure has given to you. Once you are ready for the procedure, I would suggest a full tummy tuck with abdominal wall tightening along with some liposuction to the hips/flanks for additional contouring. This would remove the excess skin/soft tissue and stretch marks while contouring your belly. You should consult with aplastic surgeon at anytime to go over options to assist you in decidingwhich procedure(s) would be right for you. The mini tummy tuck has limited usefulness and limited candidates as it truly only addresses excess skin in a small area above your pubis. However, without seeing you, this may be an adequate option. While the recovery time is shorter and cost is less for a mini, the benefits afforded to you by a full tummy tuck are much greater and will optimize your result. Best wishes!
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January 3, 2018
Answer: I’ve had two c-sections and want to fix the overhang of skin where my incision is. Thank you for your question! I hope that these answers help! Tummy tuck is an excellent method for shaping the belly and create a flatter and sculpted abdomen after the procedure. It sounds like you would be an excellent candidate for the full tummy tuck procedure in order to remove the excess skin/soft tissue of your lower abdomen and contour the areas of your belly. Also, abdominal wall tightening may optimize your result. Stretch marks to the level of your umbilicus will also be excised. I would highly recommend continueddiet and exercise prior to any consideration for body contouring as getting down to your ideal weight prior to the procedure will certainly give you the best results. Also, a continued healthy and active lifestyle will be needed in order to maintain the benefits that the procedure has given to you. Once you are ready for the procedure, I would suggest a full tummy tuck with abdominal wall tightening along with some liposuction to the hips/flanks for additional contouring. This would remove the excess skin/soft tissue and stretch marks while contouring your belly. You should consult with aplastic surgeon at anytime to go over options to assist you in decidingwhich procedure(s) would be right for you. The mini tummy tuck has limited usefulness and limited candidates as it truly only addresses excess skin in a small area above your pubis. However, without seeing you, this may be an adequate option. While the recovery time is shorter and cost is less for a mini, the benefits afforded to you by a full tummy tuck are much greater and will optimize your result. Best wishes!
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January 3, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck candidate Dear AZgirlatheart,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination but based on your information, you will most likely need a tummy tuck. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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January 3, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck candidate Dear AZgirlatheart,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination but based on your information, you will most likely need a tummy tuck. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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