Do I qualify for Renuvion with lipo? (Photo)

Hi Mommydaycare, Renuvion with lipo is a great option if your core muscles are strong. I can’t tell if you will be flat from the front view alone. (When you take a deep inhale and exhale if you have a significant decrease/increase in projection, then a tuck with muscle tightening is indicated). When you pinch your abdomen, the thickness should be more than an inch for liposuction to be done. Best wishes on a great outcome, Dr. Doolabh

Good afternoon "Mommydaycare".
I hope this message finds you well and thank you for your question.
When discussing abdominal contouring there are multiple factors to consider.
To keep things simple we will discuss three layers to a persons abdomen. The patient's skin, soft tissue and also his/her/their muscle layer. In a traditional tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) some patients require tightening of their abdominal wall muscles due to laxity that has developed over time. This can be due to fluctuations in a person's weight, pregnancy etc. By tightening this layer it can drastically enhance a person's contouring. Furthermore, the addition of liposuction in select patients can address any excess soft tissue but also optimize light reflection and shadowing to highlight a persons abdominal muscles. Much like draping fabric over a bodice, removal of any excess skin is key in accentuating the final result. All of this being said, Renuvion has the potential to address two of these layers. It has the ability to tighten skin via producing collagen and in addition it can be used as a tool to perform high definition liposculpting. This elevates traditional "debulking" liposuction to an even more impressive outcome.
Renuvion with liposuction may very well address your concerns and produce the outcome you are looking to achieve. To provide a definitive answer regarding your question and address surgical planning my suggestion would be to schedule an in person consultation at your convenience. This would not only allow your surgeon to address your need for abdominal muscle tightening ("muscle plication") via a physical exam but also allow a unique surgical plan to be formed to help you achieve all of your aesthetic goals.
Thank you again for your question and the opportunity to engage with you.
Respectfully,Dr. Chris Hamamdjian