What are the pros and cons of doing Lipo first and then the extended tummy tuck 6-months after? I have done a few consults, for the most part drs agree on what should be done:Extended tummy tuck, breast lift, lipo on the tummy, back, bra till, arms and fat transfer to hip dips and deflated flat bottom. But when and what order there are a variety of suggested approaches. A few went to break it up into 3 surgeries (6-months apart), some 1 or 2 surgeries. Thanks!
June 2, 2020
Answer: Bellesoma Lift & brachioplasty then tummy tuck and liposuction with fat transfers if needed I would begin with your breasts first. The technique I recommend is a lift using The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. At the same time, a brachioplasty can be performed to correct the excess hanging skin of the arms. After these have been completed, a tummy tuck can be performed. If you are not planning future pregnancies, I recommend abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement. The mesh creates a more hourglass figure by compressing the abdominal wall resulting in early satiety and helps maintain a reduced weight. After this is completed, you can consider liposuction and fat transfers to the buttocks or breasts if additional volume is desired.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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June 2, 2020
Answer: Bellesoma Lift & brachioplasty then tummy tuck and liposuction with fat transfers if needed I would begin with your breasts first. The technique I recommend is a lift using The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. At the same time, a brachioplasty can be performed to correct the excess hanging skin of the arms. After these have been completed, a tummy tuck can be performed. If you are not planning future pregnancies, I recommend abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement. The mesh creates a more hourglass figure by compressing the abdominal wall resulting in early satiety and helps maintain a reduced weight. After this is completed, you can consider liposuction and fat transfers to the buttocks or breasts if additional volume is desired.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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June 1, 2020
Answer: What are the pros and cons of liposuction 6 months before an extended tummy tuck? Combining procedures is common and considered safe but there is a limit. With the procedures you are considering, having the liposuction with fat transfer as the first stage and the breast and tummy tuck as the second will help with several things. The first is safety. Second, positioning during recovery will be more comfortable. With a BBL you can't lay on your back and with a tummy tuck and breast work you can't lay on your tummy. Separating the procedures will allow for comfort in positioning. Third will be results. Staging the procedures will allow your surgeon the opportunity to optimize your results.
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June 1, 2020
Answer: What are the pros and cons of liposuction 6 months before an extended tummy tuck? Combining procedures is common and considered safe but there is a limit. With the procedures you are considering, having the liposuction with fat transfer as the first stage and the breast and tummy tuck as the second will help with several things. The first is safety. Second, positioning during recovery will be more comfortable. With a BBL you can't lay on your back and with a tummy tuck and breast work you can't lay on your tummy. Separating the procedures will allow for comfort in positioning. Third will be results. Staging the procedures will allow your surgeon the opportunity to optimize your results.
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May 31, 2020
Answer: Mommy Makeover Thank you for your question. I routinely perform mommy makeovers in one stage. It definitely requires having an assistant surgeon and an ability for an overnight stay. I have built my office around doing these types of procedures. In your case, it would be difficult to fit all of the surgeries in one stage safely.and agree with staging. It would be best to do all of the liposuction, tummy tuck, and BBL in one stage then come back a few months later to perform the the breast lift and any residual body touch ups.It is important to review your prospective surgeon's gallery critically to make sure that they have the results and detail that you are looking for. It is a big investment and want to make sure it is done correctly. Best wishes to you.
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May 31, 2020
Answer: Mommy Makeover Thank you for your question. I routinely perform mommy makeovers in one stage. It definitely requires having an assistant surgeon and an ability for an overnight stay. I have built my office around doing these types of procedures. In your case, it would be difficult to fit all of the surgeries in one stage safely.and agree with staging. It would be best to do all of the liposuction, tummy tuck, and BBL in one stage then come back a few months later to perform the the breast lift and any residual body touch ups.It is important to review your prospective surgeon's gallery critically to make sure that they have the results and detail that you are looking for. It is a big investment and want to make sure it is done correctly. Best wishes to you.
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