Having lipo of flanks, abdomen and outer thighs. Will my skin hang over my belly button after all is said and done?
Answer: Will my skin hang over my belly button after lipo? (Photo) Judging from your photo, you would be best served with a liposuction and either a tummy tuck or reversed TT. The loose skin above your belly button looks like it would sag excessively with a liposuction. The reverse TT would alleviate the loose skin in your upper abdomen. A full TT would tighten the skin over your entire abdomen, and your rectus muscles could be sutured as well as an internal corset. If you have the full TT, I highly recommend the no-drain or drainless TT. The recovery time is less, the discomfort is less as well as the risk of complications.
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Answer: Will my skin hang over my belly button after lipo? (Photo) Judging from your photo, you would be best served with a liposuction and either a tummy tuck or reversed TT. The loose skin above your belly button looks like it would sag excessively with a liposuction. The reverse TT would alleviate the loose skin in your upper abdomen. A full TT would tighten the skin over your entire abdomen, and your rectus muscles could be sutured as well as an internal corset. If you have the full TT, I highly recommend the no-drain or drainless TT. The recovery time is less, the discomfort is less as well as the risk of complications.
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May 8, 2018
Answer: Bodytite Based on your picture it looks like you can benefit from liposuction with bodytite to tighten the area, an in person consultation would be best for a detailed exam and evaluation.always see a board certified PS.
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May 8, 2018
Answer: Bodytite Based on your picture it looks like you can benefit from liposuction with bodytite to tighten the area, an in person consultation would be best for a detailed exam and evaluation.always see a board certified PS.
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May 6, 2018
Answer: Skin won't hang down after liposuction if you go to the right doc. Liposuction is so doctor dependent. Docs who still do the old method of lipo under general anesthesia with the larger canula, you can guarantee you will have lose saggy skin. But if you get the newer tum. local with the smaller canulas, it is very rare to have skin hanging anywhere.
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May 6, 2018
Answer: Skin won't hang down after liposuction if you go to the right doc. Liposuction is so doctor dependent. Docs who still do the old method of lipo under general anesthesia with the larger canula, you can guarantee you will have lose saggy skin. But if you get the newer tum. local with the smaller canulas, it is very rare to have skin hanging anywhere.
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May 1, 2018
Answer: Will my skin hang over my belly button after lipo? Hello Melody. Unfortunately, it will hang over. I prefer to be honest rather then saying what patients want to hear. Your skin already hangs over you belly button. It will get worst after lipo. No matter what type of lipo is performed. Some "lipos" can actually help with skin tightening, but they will never substitute a Tummy Tuck on a patient who really needs one. Not even Vaser Lipo. I feel you will be much happier with a traditional TT with muscle repair plus lipo. This is the only way to get rid of the excess skin and make your tummy as flat as possible. The TT can still be combined with flank, wast and outer thigh lipo, maybe even your full back.Tummy Tuck scars can be done very low and easy to hide. So, if you are ok with the TT scar I have to recommend a TT rather then just lipo. Lipo alone will only make things worst and you will eventually, not only want to correct the excess skin with a Tummy Tuck, but you will probably need a TT more then you do now. I feel a TT is your best option. If you are worried about your skin hanging over you belly button, but are afraid of the TT..... it is probably best to not have anything done for now, and wait until you are ready for the Tummy Tuck.Best of luck,Dr. Miguel Mota
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May 1, 2018
Answer: Will my skin hang over my belly button after lipo? Hello Melody. Unfortunately, it will hang over. I prefer to be honest rather then saying what patients want to hear. Your skin already hangs over you belly button. It will get worst after lipo. No matter what type of lipo is performed. Some "lipos" can actually help with skin tightening, but they will never substitute a Tummy Tuck on a patient who really needs one. Not even Vaser Lipo. I feel you will be much happier with a traditional TT with muscle repair plus lipo. This is the only way to get rid of the excess skin and make your tummy as flat as possible. The TT can still be combined with flank, wast and outer thigh lipo, maybe even your full back.Tummy Tuck scars can be done very low and easy to hide. So, if you are ok with the TT scar I have to recommend a TT rather then just lipo. Lipo alone will only make things worst and you will eventually, not only want to correct the excess skin with a Tummy Tuck, but you will probably need a TT more then you do now. I feel a TT is your best option. If you are worried about your skin hanging over you belly button, but are afraid of the TT..... it is probably best to not have anything done for now, and wait until you are ready for the Tummy Tuck.Best of luck,Dr. Miguel Mota
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May 1, 2018
Answer: Liposuction Candidate--VASER HI DEF 4D Liposculpture, ThermiRF, fat grafting, tummy tuck Based on your pictures, you aren't a candidate for liposuction alone, due to skin laxity. For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction, which can be performed at the same time as a tummy tuck, depending on skin laxity. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermiRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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May 1, 2018
Answer: Liposuction Candidate--VASER HI DEF 4D Liposculpture, ThermiRF, fat grafting, tummy tuck Based on your pictures, you aren't a candidate for liposuction alone, due to skin laxity. For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction, which can be performed at the same time as a tummy tuck, depending on skin laxity. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermiRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer
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