Will I need a tummy tuck after liposuction? (Photo)

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I am thinking of getting liposuction done on my stomach after I lose about 20lbs. Will I need a tummy tuck also. I had a vertical c section when I was 18 so I have the scar. I am 23 now and hate my stomach. I don't want a tummy tuck because im still young and might have more kids in the future.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. 
In this regard, I recommend you a Tummy Tuck to get a flat abdomen and waist and back Liposculpture, getting better curves especially in the waist, improving your body contour.
Finally, I suggested take the fat we get and transfer to the buttocks and hips, to mold them and get better volume, contour and butt projection, is that we know as "Brazilian Butt Lift" (BBL).
Kind regards

Mark E. Mason, MD · Answer

You are wise to think about the decision to have a tummy tuck if you are still considering having more children. Liposuction will remove excess fat from your stomach but it will not get rid of any excess skin. In addition, after having children, a tummy tuck also repairs the stomach muscles so that you regain your waistline. Many patients choose to wait until they are close to their ideal weight in addition to waiting until after they have finished having children. The final decision is up to you to decide when you would want to have surgery.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I think that the weight loss followed by surgery is reasonable.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, California.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your pictures.  I think your goal of weight loss is good.  You could have liposuction but I would recommend that you have a tummy tuck  and liposuction after you have completed your family plans.Earl Stephenson, Jr, MD, DDS, FACS

Richard Baxter, MD · Answer

A tummy tuck will remove the scar that you have as well as the excess skin, and liposuction alone may actually look worse. A tummy tuck will not interfere with pregnancy in the future, though it may undo the benefits. Best choice might be to wait until after you have had children.

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

Liposuction will only address excess fat . Tummy Tuck--- excess skin and fat . Based  on this photo-- you are a candidate for a full Tummy Tuck. It will give you the flattest abdomen you can have and will tighten your muscles-which loosen due to child birth. This is an amazing procedure and you will benefit from it significantly.In short: your best result will NOT be with liposuction--- but with Tummy Tuck plus Liposuction.

Carmina Cardenas, MD · Answer

You have to acknowledge you are a candidate for Tummy Tuck because of the degree of flaccidity or saggy skin on your abdomen and also for the loose muscle. Liposuction will not tighten your abdominal skin not either tighten your muscle. No matter how much weight you lose prior the liposuction you will end with saggier skin and your muscle will remain the same. The first 6-8 months after lipo, your abdomen will look better but after the fibrosis and swelling subside, you will see the flaccidity. My personal opinion: because you are pretty young, you should be enjoying your life and body and wear whatever you want, and after a TT the improvement is so awesome and extreme , that you will be proud and confident of your abdomen. Dr. Cardenas

Michael M. Omidi, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question. Tummy tuck and liposuction address different needs so it would help to conduct an in-person exam to give you an individualized answer. However, based on the photo, and you description, you appear to be an excellent candidate for a tummy tuck with liposuction.
A tummy tuck offers the most effective way to correct loose skin and muscle separation in addition to eliminating excess fat. Liposuction will also remove fat, but it can't address flabby, hanging skin that typically persists after weight loss. For this reason, many patients who have experienced a massive weight loss or recent pregnancy tend to opt for a tummy tuck. This procedure can also be combined with liposuction for maximum effect. 
The bottom line is a full tummy tuck will not only remove excess fatty tissue, but also eliminate excess skin and correct abdominal muscles that have been separated and weakened by lack of physical activity or pregnancy. 
An in-person exam with a board certified plastic surgeon is always the best way to fully assess your needs and address your concerns. Best of luck!

Jaime Campos Leon, MD · Answer

Thank you for the picture.In my opinion a tummy tuck in combination with liposuction will be needed in order to achieve the results you're looking for, how ever this will require for you to loose weight so the fat mass will be lower and optimize the results.Dr. Campos

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

You need to understand you have excess skin and liposuction will only increase this excess... Best to understand the downside risks better...

Will I need a tummy tuck after liposuction? (Photo)

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