I've lost quite a bit of weight and have loose skin/cellulite on my legs and butt. It looks much better when I pull up on my hip area. I don't think I need/want a full lower body lift, but would like to have some lift to my outer/upper thigh area/side of my butt. (What is still seen in a bikini bottom) Is it possible to have an extended tummy tuck, with the purpose of lifting that area? Thank you so much for your time!
Answer: Thigh lift with Abdominoplasty Thanks for your question. After significant weight loss it is often desirable to combine thigh lift with abdominoplasty. The incision is exteded on both sides to lift the lateral thighs. Careful pkanning is required but combining the two is safe and recovery is not prolonged! Do consult an experienced Plastic Surgeon to discuss your desires and concerns. Good luck!
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Answer: Thigh lift with Abdominoplasty Thanks for your question. After significant weight loss it is often desirable to combine thigh lift with abdominoplasty. The incision is exteded on both sides to lift the lateral thighs. Careful pkanning is required but combining the two is safe and recovery is not prolonged! Do consult an experienced Plastic Surgeon to discuss your desires and concerns. Good luck!
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December 19, 2014
Answer: Multiple procedures Thank you for the question. To combine procedures can be accomplished safely if you are a good medical candidate and the procedures don't involve too much operative time. An extended abdominoplasty can be effective to lift the lateral thigh and I discuss this with my patients when discussing the outer aspect of the abdomen and hip area.
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December 19, 2014
Answer: Multiple procedures Thank you for the question. To combine procedures can be accomplished safely if you are a good medical candidate and the procedures don't involve too much operative time. An extended abdominoplasty can be effective to lift the lateral thigh and I discuss this with my patients when discussing the outer aspect of the abdomen and hip area.
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December 19, 2014
Answer: Is it possible to combine a tummy tuck and an outer thigh lift? Tummy tuck and lateral thigh lift can be combined, but pictures or an exam would be necessary to make a recommendation.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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December 19, 2014
Answer: Is it possible to combine a tummy tuck and an outer thigh lift? Tummy tuck and lateral thigh lift can be combined, but pictures or an exam would be necessary to make a recommendation.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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December 18, 2014
Answer: Is it possible to combine a tummy tuck and an outer thigh lift? Yes it is possible, but most likely not the right approach to give you the best results. If you do that, there will be loose sagging tissue of your posterior buttocks, excess loose skin at the end of the incisions (affectionately called "dog ears"). By combining the incisions from the lateral thighs, it takes another 5 inches. The scar from the lower body lift can be made in a gull wing fashion that can be covered by most bikini bottoms. This is done together with an abdominoplasty. See a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in advanced body sculpting techniques for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.
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December 18, 2014
Answer: Is it possible to combine a tummy tuck and an outer thigh lift? Yes it is possible, but most likely not the right approach to give you the best results. If you do that, there will be loose sagging tissue of your posterior buttocks, excess loose skin at the end of the incisions (affectionately called "dog ears"). By combining the incisions from the lateral thighs, it takes another 5 inches. The scar from the lower body lift can be made in a gull wing fashion that can be covered by most bikini bottoms. This is done together with an abdominoplasty. See a board certified plastic surgeon with experience in advanced body sculpting techniques for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.
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December 18, 2014
Answer: Possibly... Thank you for your question. Without photos, I cannot say if you could be a possible candidate for a tummy tuck and outer thigh lift. However, it is possible to do both procedures simultaneously. Please visit a board certified plastic surgeon for consultation. Best Regards, Dr. Newall
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December 18, 2014
Answer: Possibly... Thank you for your question. Without photos, I cannot say if you could be a possible candidate for a tummy tuck and outer thigh lift. However, it is possible to do both procedures simultaneously. Please visit a board certified plastic surgeon for consultation. Best Regards, Dr. Newall
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