Over the last 4 years or so their stomach is no longer flat but there are 4-5 horizontal folds of skin that are more noticeable when sitting but still there when standing. Just not as predominant. What's the best treatment? Trying to stay away from a tummy tuck since it's a surgical procedure. Not sure about Coolsculpting because of the recent bad press.
Answer: Rolls across stomach The rolls usually develop as we age because the skin starts to shift downward. This is accentuated by sitting or bending at the waist because it pushes the skin together. When we stretch the skin, the rolls tend to go away. So what your noticing is likely due to the tissue becoming looser and/or less elastic. Excess fat can make the folds bulge more but are not the primary culprit, its the skin and/or the density of the tissue. Fixing loose tissue is not something plastic surgery has conquered. We primarily treat it with tucks. Non-surgical procedures can help a little bit but are most effective on the head and neck where small changes can make a big difference. On the body small changes don't do as much. Liposuction can treat fat and bulging areas but when the fat is removed it has essentially deflated the skin so it may become looser (this depends a lot on your natural elasticity.) Nothing is out there that will prevent your abdominal skin from bunching up and rolling when your sitting (this happens to 20 year old's and super skinny people too.)
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
Answer: Rolls across stomach The rolls usually develop as we age because the skin starts to shift downward. This is accentuated by sitting or bending at the waist because it pushes the skin together. When we stretch the skin, the rolls tend to go away. So what your noticing is likely due to the tissue becoming looser and/or less elastic. Excess fat can make the folds bulge more but are not the primary culprit, its the skin and/or the density of the tissue. Fixing loose tissue is not something plastic surgery has conquered. We primarily treat it with tucks. Non-surgical procedures can help a little bit but are most effective on the head and neck where small changes can make a big difference. On the body small changes don't do as much. Liposuction can treat fat and bulging areas but when the fat is removed it has essentially deflated the skin so it may become looser (this depends a lot on your natural elasticity.) Nothing is out there that will prevent your abdominal skin from bunching up and rolling when your sitting (this happens to 20 year old's and super skinny people too.)
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
Answer: Rolls of skin across her abdomen Thank you for your inquiry! It could be laxity of the skin. As a person ages, the skin does not retract like it once did. We would love to sit down with you to discuss your concerns. Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to discuss your options.
Helpful
Answer: Rolls of skin across her abdomen Thank you for your inquiry! It could be laxity of the skin. As a person ages, the skin does not retract like it once did. We would love to sit down with you to discuss your concerns. Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to discuss your options.
Helpful
March 11, 2024
Answer: Liposuction or tummy tuck recommendation? Thank you for your inquiry.
Helpful
March 11, 2024
Answer: Liposuction or tummy tuck recommendation? Thank you for your inquiry.
Helpful
February 19, 2024
Answer: Abdomen Coolsculpting does not tighten skin. Some minimally invasive radiofrequency skin treatments like Renuvion can help tighten skin. However, the best look will be with a tummy tuck. I presume your "they" and "her" are about you. Photos would be helpful.
Helpful
February 19, 2024
Answer: Abdomen Coolsculpting does not tighten skin. Some minimally invasive radiofrequency skin treatments like Renuvion can help tighten skin. However, the best look will be with a tummy tuck. I presume your "they" and "her" are about you. Photos would be helpful.
Helpful
February 4, 2024
Answer: Abdomen concerns From your description the issue sounds like skin laxity. This comes from many factors such as weight gain/loss pregnancy, and aging. Typically the best way to address it is a tummy tuck since excess fat and skin are removed, resulting in a tighter flatter tummy. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.
Helpful
February 4, 2024
Answer: Abdomen concerns From your description the issue sounds like skin laxity. This comes from many factors such as weight gain/loss pregnancy, and aging. Typically the best way to address it is a tummy tuck since excess fat and skin are removed, resulting in a tighter flatter tummy. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.
Helpful
