Does my mini-tummy tuck look like it needs a revision? (Photos)
June 26, 2022
Asked By:flutterby73 in Spokane Valley, Washington
I am 5’9 and weigh 147 lbs. i had a mini-tummy tuck 6 months ago and I feel like my the results are not what they should be. I feel like my stomach should be tighter and that I look like a person who has lost weight and not a person who had a tummy tuck. My question is, 1. Do you think I need a revision? 2. And if so, what would you do?
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Answers (5)
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Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) says:
Based on your photos, the skin has been removed inadequately. thats the reason revision lipo did not work.You would likely benefit from a high definition tummy tuck using high definition VASER liposuction. The tummy tuck procedure would comprehensively remove excess skin and fat in the abdominal...
While it is not uncommon to have some skin folds when in a seated position, it does appear that liposuction would improve your results. If you are interested in further skin removal on the sides the incision would have to be extended to address it. Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon...
The permanent sutures could be snipped, but the muscles have healed together and may be difficult to separate and avoid a hernia. If a hernia occurred, mesh could be used. Please discuss this with your surgeon. If you are needing more skin, a tissue expander could be inserted to stretch more...
