Getting a mommy makeover - stomach is round over my belly button. How do I know if it's fat or skin? (Photo)

Thank you for your photo and questions. During a tummy tuck the excess skin from the level of the belly button down to the hip bones is removed. Skin above the belly button is pulled down. Abdominal wall laxity is also corrected. Liposuction is typically not performed on the abdomen during a tummy tuck, but many patients to elect to have the hips/flanks suctioned to enhance the tummy tuck results.

Hi,
Thank you for the question.
Based on your photos, you are a great candidate for a mommy makeover surgery. If you want to primarily focus on your abdomen, I would recommend a fully tummy tuck and liposuction of your abdomen and flanks, to help create the hourglass figure,
Tummy tuck would allow to remove the excess skin below the belly button and to tighten the recuts (abs) muscle in order to achieve a flat abdominal contour.
I would recommend an in person evaluation by the Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to evaluate the thickness of your skin and status of your muscles
I hope this helps.Best regards, Dr. Karanetz
Dr. Irena KaranetzBreast Fellowship-TrainedBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon