Is sagging and wrinkled skin, when I bend over, normal after TT? (Photo)

Question

I am 12 wpo. Today while I was working out, I forgot a good look in the mirror of how my belly still hangs when I am bent over. I know I am not going to be a super model, but this just seems like a bit much. I had a full TT w/ MR.

David R. Alfonso, MD, FACS · Answer

Your photos are difficult to truly tell if there is excess skin or not. If you have concerns you should return to your surgeon to have him examine your stomach to see if there needs to be more skin removed

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Swelling can persist for
several months and will gradually improve and will look better at three months,
six months, and even one year. Frequently the pubic area and the scrotal and
penis area for men can become very swollen and discolored during the first two
weeks due to gravity as this is the lowest area for swelling to accumulate.

It may take several
months for a tummy tuck patient’s scars to soften, for sensation to return, and
for relaxing of the tight sensation in the abdomen. In the case of extensive
surgery, abdominoplasty recovery can be uncomfortable and may take longer. Scars
may stay red, become thick or widen . It can take 12-18 months for the scars to
settle.

If you are concerned that this is certainly not swelling or part of the healing process, then it would be best to visit your surgeon to have the area examined and make sure that the surgery results are coming along well. Good luck.

Ron Hazani, MD, FACS · Answer

It's normal to have some loose skin when you sit down. The excess in the horizontal axis can be treated with a Fleur de Lis. Seek a plastic surgeon that performs hundreds of these procedures, has great reviews and photos, and is an expert in this field.

Ven Erella, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Based on the first picture you have some horizontal excess skin, which can be addressed with floe-de-les resection, that leaves vertical scar. Other views of pictures not good enough to comment. I recommend you talk to your PS and express your concerns.

Is sagging and wrinkled skin, when I bend over, normal after TT? (Photo)

Answers (4)

Answer: Excess skin after TT

Answer: Excess skin after TT

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Tummy Tuck

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Is sagging and wrinkled skin, when I bend over, normal after TT? (Photo)

Answers (4)

Answer: Excess skin after TT

Answer: Excess skin after TT

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Tummy Tuck

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.