Will I have enough skin for a full tummy tuck? (Photo)

Dear brittanys09,
based on your photos, you look like a good candidate for a TT. Full tummy tuck should tighten your abdominal muscles and remove the excess skin. Flanks liposuction would give you a better shape. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon because only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello brittanys09,

Thank you for your question regarding whether you will have enough skin for a full tummy tuck. Based on your description and photo, it is likely that you will have enough skin for a full tummy tuck. This procedure will provide the most comprehensive results, addressing both skin laxity and muscle separation.

However, there is a possibility that you may end up with a vertical incision where your old belly button was if there isn't enough skin to remove from below your belly button. This vertical scar is sometimes necessary to achieve optimal tightening and smoothness of the abdominal area, especially in cases where there is significant muscle separation and skin laxity.

Given your height and the length of your torso, a full tummy tuck with muscle repair is likely the best option for achieving a flatter, more toned abdomen. While the potential for a vertical scar may be concerning, the overall improvement in contour and muscle integrity often outweighs this drawback.

If you have any more questions or need further clarification, please don't hesitate to reach out. Best of luck with your upcoming surgery!

Sincerely,

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FASMBS, FICS

An in person evaluation is best, but based on the photos it appears you have adequate skin laxity to have a full tummy tuck with the possibility that you may not need the vertical scar. The full tuck will allow for complete repair of the abdominal wall, removal of subcutaneous fat, and excess skin. The result will be a tighter, flatter tummy.