I am 4 years post gastric sleeve surgery. I am 40 years old and in decent shape, 5’9” and large boned. After my sx I got down to 175ish and I’ve finally stabilized at around 200. I have always had a large upper belly (above the belly button), the epitome of a “muffin top”. When I sit, I look as if I am pregnant. I have never had children and my shape has driven to all of my motivations to exercise/sx. I really just want my upper belly gone, but to still look as good as possible afterwards too, of course.
April 20, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you are a better candidate for a regular tummy tuck with liposuction. This can be done through a low and short incision, all completely below the bikini line. The belly button can be designed to look natural and have no scars on the exterior. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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April 20, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you are a better candidate for a regular tummy tuck with liposuction. This can be done through a low and short incision, all completely below the bikini line. The belly button can be designed to look natural and have no scars on the exterior. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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April 20, 2018
Answer: Abdominoplasty Hello,Given your massive weight loss, you would not be the best candidate for a reverse tummy tuck. You will need a full downward pull that is performed with a regular tummy tuck, and may even benefit from a vertical excision as well (fleur de lys). Although it appears like you have a lot of skin above the belly button, it will transfer down well. Go visit a few ABPS certified/ASAPS member surgeons who specialize in body contouring surgery. Best of luck!
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April 20, 2018
Answer: Abdominoplasty Hello,Given your massive weight loss, you would not be the best candidate for a reverse tummy tuck. You will need a full downward pull that is performed with a regular tummy tuck, and may even benefit from a vertical excision as well (fleur de lys). Although it appears like you have a lot of skin above the belly button, it will transfer down well. Go visit a few ABPS certified/ASAPS member surgeons who specialize in body contouring surgery. Best of luck!
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