Do I need a TT or Lipo? (Photo)

Dear Intuitive726043, thanks for sharing your concern and pictures. I rather suggest Vaser Liposuction it provides high skin retraction and high definition and tummy tuck with muscle repair and Ultrasound guided BBL. Make sure you go on consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Hope this helps and best of lucks! Dr. Luis Mejia.

A tummy tuck combined with flank liposuction is often considered the best option for individuals looking to achieve a more sculpted and toned midsection. The tummy tuck addresses excess skin, particularly in the lower abdomen, which liposuction alone cannot resolve. It also tightens and strengthens the abdominal muscles, especially if there has been muscle separation (diastasis recti) due to pregnancy or weight changes. Rectus diastasis repair is performed during the tummy tuck to correct the separation of the abdominal muscles, restoring their strength and improving the overall contour of the abdomen. Flank liposuction helps to remove stubborn fat deposits from the sides and back, which often create the appearance of "love handles." When combined, these two procedures provide comprehensive abdominal contouring, as the tummy tuck smooths out the abdominal area, while liposuction refines the waist and back. This combination ensures a more balanced, hourglass shape, with both the skin and fat addressed for a dramatic, long-lasting transformation. Additionally, this dual approach minimizes the risk of loose skin after fat removal, which can sometimes occur with liposuction alone.
It is important to consult with an experienced plastic surgeon who can customize your surgical plan and determine the best technique for you based on your individual anatomy and goals.
Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHSHarvard, Hopkins, & Mayo Clinic Trained Aesthetic Plastic SurgeonNew York, New York

From your photographs, it seems you have loose abdominal muscles. This can only be improved with a tummy tuck. It doesn't seem you need much liposuction, or perhaps any. If you had a tummy tuck, you would have a vertical incision below your bellybutton and above the pubic area. There are also a few other possibilities. The best thing to do is get an evaluation from a board-certified plastic surgeon so that you may discuss these options and your expectations.

Hello @Intuitive726043, thank you for your question! In my opinion as part of your surgical plan I suggest you take into account to have a tummy tuck and liposculture. Each procedure serves a different purpose, a tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and strengthens the abdominal muscles, in which there is abdominal lipolysis, abdominal diastasis repair, skin removal with umbilical reconstruction depending on each case. On the other hand liposculture we take out fat from all parts of the body to make it more harmonious. The two procedures combine will give you the best results. Is important that you consult consult with several board certified plastic surgeon. If you are considering surgery, consultation with a plastic surgeon who is experienced in this procedure is essential to ensure optimal results. Best wishes!

Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)

"Thank you for sharing your pictures and question. A tummy tuck would be more beneficial for you than just liposuction. Tummy tucks can help correct diastasis recti, which is a separation of the abdominal muscles often caused by pregnancy. As for your breast implants, the dimpling and flipping you notice could indicate issues that should be addressed. It would be prudent to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon for an in-person examination and discussion of your options.




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Hello Im Dr Salvador Garcia, and the answer is yes, you need a tummy tuck for the best results. With tummy tuck we can do a small waist with the internal corse and make your abdomen look flat

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After numerous pregnancies the ab muscles stretch apart (called rectus diastasis) and the skin loosens and will not be able to contract. The bulging of the belly is in large due to this. While you might get some improvement with liposuction, you will likely be underwhelmed as it does not address the muscle separation (and the bulging that you get) or loose skin.
A well done tummy tuck should sculpt your back and waist, provide a good strong muscle repair to flatten the muscle wall of the abdomen (belly), and then remove as much loose skin as possible. This will create a massive change and in my experience, patients never regret the scar once they see the change in their body shape afterwards.

Thanks for your question, In my opinion you need a tummy tuck because you have diastases of your muscles. If I do only a liposuction, your diastases can't be corrected and you abdomen do not look good.

Based on your photos and description a tummy tuck is recommended for you. As you have had multiple pregnancies it is likely the contour of your abdomen, the "bloated" look, is influenced by abdominal wall laxity. A tummy tuck will remove excess fat and skin as well as correct that laxity. The result is a flatter, tighter tummy. See a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.