Hello, I have severe diastasis recti from what I can tell. My belly looks like I'm still pregnant and it's almost been a year. I was wondering if I get tummy tuck will my diastasis recti be fixed or included? Will my tummy be flat after? And should I get lipo suction on the flanks etc to help look slimmer? Currently I look overweight in shirts because of my belly bulge and some fat around the surrounding area. I am losing more weight now to help it look better after. Thank you for your time.
Answer: Tummy Tuck Thank you for your questions and photos. From your photos, you would be a good candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction. A tummy tuck will address excess skin & repair of the abdominal muscle. The abdominal wall can be weakened after pregnancy and (or) significant weight gain & loss. By repairing the muscle, not only does the appearance of your abdominal area improve, but your core strength as well. The repair of the muscle will cinch your waist like an inner corset, which will accentuate your curves. Liposuction will remove excess fat from unwanted areas with some skin retraction. Your expectations and health will dictate the best procedure(s) for you. I suggest a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the options that best address your goals. Best of luck!
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Answer: Tummy Tuck Thank you for your questions and photos. From your photos, you would be a good candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction. A tummy tuck will address excess skin & repair of the abdominal muscle. The abdominal wall can be weakened after pregnancy and (or) significant weight gain & loss. By repairing the muscle, not only does the appearance of your abdominal area improve, but your core strength as well. The repair of the muscle will cinch your waist like an inner corset, which will accentuate your curves. Liposuction will remove excess fat from unwanted areas with some skin retraction. Your expectations and health will dictate the best procedure(s) for you. I suggest a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the options that best address your goals. Best of luck!
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Answer: Severe diastasis recti tummy. Will this be fixed if I get a tummy tuck? Part of a full tummy tuck is repair of the diastasis. Most people getting a tummy tuck also get liposuction as part of the procedure. The flank area can be liposuctioned first, then the patient can be turned to continue with the remainder of the procedure. Good luck!
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Answer: Severe diastasis recti tummy. Will this be fixed if I get a tummy tuck? Part of a full tummy tuck is repair of the diastasis. Most people getting a tummy tuck also get liposuction as part of the procedure. The flank area can be liposuctioned first, then the patient can be turned to continue with the remainder of the procedure. Good luck!
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August 12, 2023
Answer: Will diastasis recti be fixed with tummy tuck? Dear SweetSeoul,
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August 12, 2023
Answer: Will diastasis recti be fixed with tummy tuck? Dear SweetSeoul,
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July 13, 2023
Answer: Yes, your diastasis recti will be corrected during your tummy tuck The diastasis recti is fixed during the tummy tuck or abdominoplasty. This is fixed by tightening (aka plicating) the rectus muscles back together. This is the “internal” part of a tummy tuck that allows for a flatter midsection. After the muscle is tightened the skin is tightened as well. As far as liposuction, you need to ask your board-certified plastic surgeon if they perform liposuction at the same time as their tummy tuck. Some surgeons do not. I love performing liposuction at the time of my tummy tucks because it really sculpts the waistline. Good luck with getting that flatter abdomen.
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July 13, 2023
Answer: Yes, your diastasis recti will be corrected during your tummy tuck The diastasis recti is fixed during the tummy tuck or abdominoplasty. This is fixed by tightening (aka plicating) the rectus muscles back together. This is the “internal” part of a tummy tuck that allows for a flatter midsection. After the muscle is tightened the skin is tightened as well. As far as liposuction, you need to ask your board-certified plastic surgeon if they perform liposuction at the same time as their tummy tuck. Some surgeons do not. I love performing liposuction at the time of my tummy tucks because it really sculpts the waistline. Good luck with getting that flatter abdomen.
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June 25, 2023
Answer: Better to wait Hello, muscle tightening during the tummy tuck will help your tummy look flatter. And I also recommend liposuction to upper abdomen and flanks at the same time. But as you say you are losing more weight that is more appropriate to wait untill you reach a stable period for your weight because the fluctuations on weight will affect the final result. Regards.
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June 25, 2023
Answer: Better to wait Hello, muscle tightening during the tummy tuck will help your tummy look flatter. And I also recommend liposuction to upper abdomen and flanks at the same time. But as you say you are losing more weight that is more appropriate to wait untill you reach a stable period for your weight because the fluctuations on weight will affect the final result. Regards.
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June 15, 2023
Answer: Severe diastasis recti tummy Dear SweetSeoul,
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June 15, 2023
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