Before I got pregnant with my son I was 190 pounds.. and now I am 273 pounds & my son is 11 months old. I want to fix my low hanging belly.. I carried him so low it just hangs there.. and I hate the way it looks. I have caresource as my insurance.. is there anything? Surgery? Exercise?
Answer: Hanging Tummy Thank you for your question and photo. The short answer to your question is a panniculectomy which is just removal of the hanging skin. This may or may not be covered by your insurance. The real issue is that due to your current weight, you are at high risk for a wound healing complication after this type of surgery. Most surgeons would recommend that you loose some additional weight prior to contemplating body contouring surgery. You may also want to consider consulting with a bariatric surgeon to discuss weight loss solutions such as medical weight loss or weight loss surgery. This would go a long way to getting you closer to a healthy weight and a better candidate for body contouring surgery.
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Answer: Hanging Tummy Thank you for your question and photo. The short answer to your question is a panniculectomy which is just removal of the hanging skin. This may or may not be covered by your insurance. The real issue is that due to your current weight, you are at high risk for a wound healing complication after this type of surgery. Most surgeons would recommend that you loose some additional weight prior to contemplating body contouring surgery. You may also want to consider consulting with a bariatric surgeon to discuss weight loss solutions such as medical weight loss or weight loss surgery. This would go a long way to getting you closer to a healthy weight and a better candidate for body contouring surgery.
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Answer: Hanging tummy There is a procedure to remove the hanging skin (paniculectomy), but based on your photos and weight, your BMI puts you at a high risk for surgery. I would advise you to loose some of the extra weight first before considering surgery. My best,
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Answer: Hanging tummy There is a procedure to remove the hanging skin (paniculectomy), but based on your photos and weight, your BMI puts you at a high risk for surgery. I would advise you to loose some of the extra weight first before considering surgery. My best,
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February 23, 2016
Answer: Pannus removal usually covered by insurance If you want to remove the pannus (the apron of fat and skin that hangs below your waist), then insurance may cover your surgery. However, you should know that a panniculectomy only removes that hanging fat. In your situation, that procedure in addition to a tummy tuck would recontour your entire midsection. However, a tummy tuck would not be covered by insurance most likely, since it’s considered a cosmetic procedure.Before you consider surgery, however, you should always go the nonsurgical route. Try exercising and dieting to see if it makes an improvement.
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February 23, 2016
Answer: Pannus removal usually covered by insurance If you want to remove the pannus (the apron of fat and skin that hangs below your waist), then insurance may cover your surgery. However, you should know that a panniculectomy only removes that hanging fat. In your situation, that procedure in addition to a tummy tuck would recontour your entire midsection. However, a tummy tuck would not be covered by insurance most likely, since it’s considered a cosmetic procedure.Before you consider surgery, however, you should always go the nonsurgical route. Try exercising and dieting to see if it makes an improvement.
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February 22, 2016
Answer: Body Contouring: Information Dear Ms. JacesMommy29,Thank you for your questions and photos. Unfortunately with out a exam of your tissues I can can only comment based your photos and story. The following is general information that hopefully you will find helpful.General1) internal fat is on the internal organs pusing out2) external fat is what you can pinch3) best results are when you have achieved your goal weight4) complications are reduced when under a BMI under 35 and better under 30 and optimal at 25 or lower.Panneculectomy 1) removes only skin and fat of the abdomen2) abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) not repaired3) if symptomatic insurance may cover costsAbdominoplasty 1) removes skin and fat of the abdomen and usually includes liposuction of the flanks (For cosmetic contour blending)2) Abdominal diastasis recti repaired3) considered a non covered benefit by most insurance companiesI recommend that you make several consultative appointments with Plastic Surgeons who are experienced and Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition ideally they are members of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).I wish you my best and success,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600
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February 22, 2016
Answer: Body Contouring: Information Dear Ms. JacesMommy29,Thank you for your questions and photos. Unfortunately with out a exam of your tissues I can can only comment based your photos and story. The following is general information that hopefully you will find helpful.General1) internal fat is on the internal organs pusing out2) external fat is what you can pinch3) best results are when you have achieved your goal weight4) complications are reduced when under a BMI under 35 and better under 30 and optimal at 25 or lower.Panneculectomy 1) removes only skin and fat of the abdomen2) abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) not repaired3) if symptomatic insurance may cover costsAbdominoplasty 1) removes skin and fat of the abdomen and usually includes liposuction of the flanks (For cosmetic contour blending)2) Abdominal diastasis recti repaired3) considered a non covered benefit by most insurance companiesI recommend that you make several consultative appointments with Plastic Surgeons who are experienced and Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition ideally they are members of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).I wish you my best and success,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600
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February 22, 2016
Answer: My belly hangs really low, and I wanted to know if there is anything I can do to get rid of it? (Photo) Thank you for your question and photograph. I would recommend you follow a healthy diet and exercise regimen until you reach your desired goal weight. This weight should be one where you are comfortable at, and can maintain, as weight fluctuations will affect your long-term results. Any weight loss before surgery will not only be in your best interest from a safety point of view, but also in obtaining the best cosmetic results. Once at your weight I think you would most likely benefit from a full tummy tuck with additional liposuction for the best results.
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February 22, 2016
Answer: My belly hangs really low, and I wanted to know if there is anything I can do to get rid of it? (Photo) Thank you for your question and photograph. I would recommend you follow a healthy diet and exercise regimen until you reach your desired goal weight. This weight should be one where you are comfortable at, and can maintain, as weight fluctuations will affect your long-term results. Any weight loss before surgery will not only be in your best interest from a safety point of view, but also in obtaining the best cosmetic results. Once at your weight I think you would most likely benefit from a full tummy tuck with additional liposuction for the best results.
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