Hello, My main goal is to tighten and flatten my abdomen to achieve a natural athletic look. Almost like I did not have surgery ;) I also want to remove very little skin excess under the belly button. It’s not that much. I’ve done a lot of research and I’m usually directed to a full tummy tuck, but the scar turns me off. What about having a hybrid with a small incision horizontally and vertically. Would you recommend this for my body profile? If yes/no why? Thank you in advance
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To address the excess skin that is actually visibly hanging a mini tummy tuck would be sufficient and ideal at this stage in your life. To remove both scars and treat the excess skin above the belly button then a full abdominoplasty would be required. In general though I would advise someone at...
Hello @lipo75, thank you for your question and showing your picture. Exercise and weights improve muscle structure, but the quality of the skin depends on other factors, and in your case, flaccidity may be noticeable. In addition there are some post-Liposuction irregularities. I recommend using...
Hyperpigmentation scars from abdominoplasty can be treated in several ways:
1.) Topical Treatments: Over-the-counter creams containing ingredients like hydroquinone, kojic acid, or vitamin C may help reduce hyperpigmentation. Prescription creams with stronger ingredients may be recommended by a...
