Can you get a tummy tuck if you're skinny?

Abdominoplasty
is one of the most popular operations performed by plastic surgeons. During pregnancy the abdominal tissue is
stretched by the rapid expansion of the intra-abdominal contents. This results in loose saggy abdominal skin,
weakened underlying abdominal muscles and stretch marks. Correction of these problems usually always
requires abdominoplasty surgery.The ideal candidate for
abdominoplasty is in good physical shape.This group is within 10% of their ideal body weight.In addition, it’s important that they
maintain good nutrition, exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle.Based on your history, you’re an
ideal candidate for abdominoplasty surgery.In my experience, when this procedure is performed on patients like
yourself, satisfaction rates are high.There aren’t plastic surgeons that
primarily operate on thinner patients, but there are a large number of board
certified plastic surgeons that could help you with your problem.If you’re considering abdominoplasty it’s
appropriate to consult one of these surgeons.

Tummy tucks on thin women work very well. Typically there is skin excision only with tightening of the stomach muscles. If planned and done correclty, these can give very nice results.

Every tummy tuck requires an individualized approach.  In my practice it is rather common to see young mom’s that are quite fit and thin requesting tummy tucks, as the damage from pregnancy often can not improve with exercise alone.  Depending on individual anatomy, we perform a surgical procedure designed to treat the patients anatomy.  This could be a mini, modified, or full. 

Skinny girls can get amazing results after tummy tucks. it mostly just depends on how much loose skin and how much muscle waekness there is to be fixed. But the surgeon won't have to worry about "re-sahping" something that's not there already. You should get a great result. Just keep looking for the right surgeon in your area. Good luck.

To put it very simply, a tummy tuck - like pretty much everything in plastic surgery - is for the things you can't do with diet and exercise. This includes removing excess skin for a tighter abdomen, repairing a muscle separation, and if necessary removing localized fat. Once these changes have occurred with pregnancy, there is no number of situps that will accomplish what the tummy tuck does. If that weren't the case, we would send people back to the gym instead of the operating room! 

Based on your description, I think you would be a good candidate for a tummy tuck and the liklihood is that you would get a very nice result.  Most of us have photos on our websites of women with different body types who have had tummy tucks-- some leaner physiques, others a bit more heavy set-- so hopefully you can get an idea of the results you could expect.  The best thing to do would be to see a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon for a consultation so they can go over your options, examine you and put a plan together for your procedure.

We San Diego surgeons generally see a population of moms that are at ideal body weight.  I personally have performed tummy tucks on women that are lean beyond belief, almost zero body fat.  Provided there is enough extra skin and post-partum abdominal wall relaxation, you should get a good result.  The question is usually whether or not the improvement you can expect will be worth the scar.  Many fit women wear small bottoms, and enjoy showing their bodies.  The key surgical detail is to conceal the scar behind your normal bikini bottom.  You can check our site for some examples, although we have many more actual results than we've had time to post online.

Tummy Tucks can be performed on a wide range of people. From very thin with loose skin to the people with larger BMI's.  In general, mini tummy tucks help the lower BMI population and regular/larger tummy tucks the opposite.

You can always just visit your plastic surgeon. He may have some pics in the office!

Happy Surgery!

Dr J

When evaluating an abdomen several factors must be examinedSkinSubcutaneous fatAnterior abdominal wall laxityIntra-abdominal fat or visceral fatIf your skin has multiple stretch marks then liposuction may not be the best option. There are modifications of an abdominoplasty but in your particular case a standard abdominoplasty would be the best choice. This will flatten the abdominal bulge, contour the abdomen with liposuction of the trunk, flanks and posterior hips, and tighten the skin. The trade off is the scar. This is an individual decision for your to make after you weigh the risks and benefits. If you want to have a flat abdomen the trade off is the scar that can be hidden by your bathing suit or underwear. With proper planning the scar can be managed. Proactive scar care is vital to obtain an aesthetic result.

Dear aaa3- A tummy tuck is designed for removing loose skin and repairing the stretched abdominal wall obtained after pregnancy.  It is not weight dependent.  Many of my patients are athletes in great shape looking to get rid of that loose mommy skin and bulge.  There should be plenty of PS's in OC who can help you. Get several consults and I'm sure you will find one you like.