Tummy tuck and body fat percentage question

Question

I have reached a healthy BMI weight a few months ago and maintained it.I Don't look lean and might have a body fat of 18-20%, I want to do my tummy tuck now, but then after I heal and after the pandemic, I plan on going to the gym and training properly (weights and cardio) to lower by body fat to 10% and have visible abs. Is this an ok plan or will lowering my body fat percentage ruin the results?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

In order to maintain your long-term tummy tuck results, it is best to reach your desired goal weight prior to surgery and avoid ten pound or more fluctuations in weight postoperatively. Significant weight loss will cause skin stretch and a loosening of your tummy tuck results.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Giving112088,
generally speaking, you want to reach your goal weight before you consider a tummy tuck, otherwise your results will be suboptimal if you continue to lose weight after the surgery. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Michael Kreidstein, MD, FRCS(C) · Answer

Many of our patients are inspired by abdominoplasty and dedicate themselves to improving their fitness.  This is only of cosmetic concern if there is a significant drop in abdominal (visceral) fat volume, as this could result in there remaining too much skin.  Your surgeon should be able to guide you in this issue at your consultation.  Good luck!

Felix Omar Márquez, MD · Answer

Hello, thanks for your question. Reaching the ideal weight is an important job to do before you go to the operating room. Go ahead, and fit for having the best procedure. Consult a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area for doing it in the right way. Good luck!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

If you are at a healthy, stable weight you can proceed with your tummy tuck when you choose.  Toning your body in the future should not negatively impact your results, but rather enhance them.  However if you are planning to lose additional weight it is recommended that you complete your weight loss prior to having surgery to enable your surgeon to maximize your results.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

Dear Giving,
You have a very good plan.  Your present % body fat is fine and going back to the gym one month post abdominoplasty will only enhance your results.
Best wishes.
Dr. T

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Low B in my patients make for better candidates for a tummy tuck with better results and lower complications.

Ideally  patients should lose as much weight as possible before the procedure. If patients are within a fairly good weight then losing weight after will just improve the results.

I suggest scheduling some in person consultations to review your candidacy for the procedures and get better acquainted with this procedure.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

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