I have lost 92 pounds. Do I have to get the fleur de lis tummy tuck or can I get the bikini cut tummy tuck? (Photo)

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I’m 5’1 201 pounds

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your weight loss!  When you have completed your weight loss journey and are at a stable weight you will likely benefit from the fleur de lis incision pattern.  This will remove the most excess skin and give you the best overall contour.  I've included a video I hope you find helpful.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You will most likely need a circumferential lift with the massive weight loss of 92 lbs.  This technique avoids the need for the fleur de lis.  I would not recommend a standard tummy tuck in your case.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Elisa A. Burgess, MD · Answer

For my patients that have lost close to 100 lbs, they often have significant hanging skin in a horizontal and a vertical fashion. So removing the skin in both of those directions with a Fleur de Lis abdominoplasty would be best. However it comes with a vertical and a horizontal scar. Most of my patients are so relieved to get rid of the excess hanging tissue and don't mind the scar. We often use Embrace scar management system to help with the scarring.

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your weight loss and lifestyle change! If the submitted photos are current- then I would consider additional significant weight loss. The vertical component is reserved for reducing the circumferential excess. The horizontal excess that is the tissue hanging below your belly button is treated with extended transverse incision. If you proceed with a tummy tuck now- before any further weight loss, the low transverse incision should be adequate

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
Unfortunately, right now your BMI is 38 and it needs to be 33 or less, for you to be considered a good candidate for plastic surgery.
l recommend you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals and the best options for you.
Good luck :)

I have lost 92 pounds. Do I have to get the fleur de lis tummy tuck or can I get the bikini cut tummy tuck? (Photo)

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Answer: I have lost 92 pounds. Do I have to get the fleur de lis tummy tuck or can I get the bikini cut tummy tuck?

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I have lost 92 pounds. Do I have to get the fleur de lis tummy tuck or can I get the bikini cut tummy tuck? (Photo)

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Answer: I have lost 92 pounds. Do I have to get the fleur de lis tummy tuck or can I get the bikini cut tummy tuck?

Answer: I have lost 92 pounds. Do I have to get the fleur de lis tummy tuck or can I get the bikini cut tummy tuck?

Answer: I have lost 92 pounds. Do I have to get the fleur de lis tummy tuck or can I get the bikini cut tummy tuck?

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