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The belt lipectomy combined with a tummy tuck is a good procedure but usually only needed in cases of significant weight loss due to gastric bypass or lap band surgery. Most women for tummy tucks only need the tightening in front from hip to hip.
The tummy tuck would be able to address loose skin and tighten the abdominal wall. I do not think that a belt could produce these changes.Find a plastic surgeon who performs hundreds of tummy tuck procedures each year. Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Is a good temporary option. Useful for social functions etc etc.Based in the current evidence, this is not an alternative to a surgical solution such as a tummy tuck that offers a permanent solution.
Thank you for the question.I always recommend for patients to have this when the weight loss has been a lot. This procedure will help the protruded muscles to be flat.
Dear Abbreeca,Tummy tuck belts really cannot address the underlying issues that are treated with a tummy tuck. The separation of the abdominal muscles often from childbearing. The loose skin and stretch marks. Etc. If these devices truly did accomplished what their claims are, everyone would be singing their praises and there would be little need for tummy tucks. The only thing to be certain about these devices is that they will make your wallet thinner.The best option is to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon who has extensive background in abdominoplasty and can determine what is the right treatment to address your concerns. Hope this helps.
Unfortunately, an abdominal stretch belt or binder, alone, will not achieve the results of a surgical tummy tuck. The belt, along with a good diet and exercise program, can help to reduce subcutaneous fat, but it will not address the loose skin or stretched abdominal wall. These problems can only be adequately treated during a surgical tummy tuck . Best wishes.
Follow your surgeons post-op instructions the compression garment is an important part of the healing process. If the garment is too tight you may want to try a different sized garment.
There can be many causes from some drainage from the belly button, but all need to be evaluated by your surgeon. I would also not use the ab-board at two weeks after surgery. you need more time to heal before exercising. Good Luck
Injecting Marcaine is a routine part of my tummy tuck procedures. For those patients willing to pay the extra cost, I strongly recommend the use of Exparel. I believe this can be very helpful in reducing postop pain. For all other patients I inject Marcaine with epinephrine. This is also hel...
