Can I get just a butt & thigh lift only w/o going into my TT scar?

Definitely it is possible to do the lateral and posterior body lift without the TT component (no skin undermining, no muscle repair, not touching belly button) but probably the degree of saggy skin on your lateral abdomen needs to extend towards the front abdomen, and/or maybe you need mons pubic lift. In these cases I recommend to do circumferential without the TT component but only the skin resection circumferentially.
If your mons pubic area is nice and tight and the excess of skin laterally is not that bad either, then only a little extension towards the front abdomen to avoid dog ears would be needed.
This will always be the matter of communication, talk to your doctor.
Be encouraged!!
Dr. Cárdenas.

Thank you for your question about whether you can have a buttocks and outer thigh lift without redoing your perfectly satisfactory tummy tuck from 8 years ago. I understand your hesitation to redo something that is already yielding great results.

Without seeing your pictures, it's a bit challenging to give a precise recommendation. However, if your tummy tuck results are still holding up well, there may not be a need to disturb that area. A posterior lift, focusing solely on the buttocks and outer thighs, can be a viable option for addressing concerns in these specific areas.

It's important to have a detailed consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can assess your individual case. They can provide a more tailored recommendation based on your current anatomy and the quality of your existing tummy tuck. The goal would be to enhance your buttocks and outer thighs while maintaining the integrity of your previous abdominoplasty results.

I've performed many posterior body lifts while leaving prior tummy tucks alone. I believe this can be done for you.

Wishing you the best in your journey.

Sincerely,

Dr. J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FASMBS, FICS
Plastic and Aesthetic Surgeon

Dear 818coh,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery