Can a Tummy Tuck help even if I have stretch marks ABOVE my belly button?

February 23, 2015
Asked By:SherryDh in Tampa, FL

I am considering a tummy tuck. I weigh 148lbs and am 5'3". Pregnancy (2 yrs ago) and weight loss (70 lbs in 1 year) have caused loose, wrinkly & creased tummy skin, a "squashed" and wide looking bely button and a drooping tummy/pannus. I also have white stretch marks above and below my belly button. I know a tummy tuck will help my lower abdomen, but can it help the area above my belly button, too?

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February 24, 2015

Answer: Can a Tummy Tuck help even if I have stretch marks ABOVE my belly button?

February 24, 2015

Answer: Can a Tummy Tuck help even if I have stretch marks ABOVE my belly button?

February 24, 2015

Answer: Can a Tummy Tuck help even if I have stretch marks ABOVE my belly button?

February 24, 2015

Answer: Can a Tummy Tuck help even if I have stretch marks ABOVE my belly button?

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