Is a Second Tummy Tuck Allowed 20 Years Later?

Question

I had a tummy tuck and hysterectomy when I was 40 due a bladder problem. The results were great. Over the years, I have developed "apple cheeks" above the outer edges of the incision. Nothing helps. Can I have this performed again 20 years later? It is also causing an incontinence issue.

Antoine A. Hallak, MD, FACS · Answer

Without pictures it is tough to say, but redo or revision tummy tuck is appropriate in many cases. I doubt what you are describing has anything to do with your incontinence so I recommend you visit a Board certified Plastic surgeon as well as a urologist to figure out the real diagnosis and treatment plan. Good luck.

David Shafer, MD, FACS · Answer

If you post pictures, we may be able to give you more specific advice.  However, if you have extra skin or fat, then a secondary procedure may be useful.

	 

	Good Luck.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.

	Yes, revisionary tummy tuck surgery will very likely improve your situation. Exactly what would be recommended will depend on your physical examination and goals.

	In person consultation with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons will be helpful to you.

	Best wishes.

Remus Repta, MD · Answer

Hello,

	Thank you for the question.  Yes, a tummy tuck can be redone if needed.  To perform a tummy tuck again we would assume that you have re-developed abdominal soft tissue laxity.  If laxity is not an issue but fat deposits are then liposuction alone can be beneficial.

	All the best,

	Dr Remus Repta

Mia E. Skourtis, MD · Answer

It is good to hear that you were very satisfied with the results of your tummy tuck 20 years ago.  Even after an excellent tummy tuck, the passage of years will allow the tissues to soften and loosen, and this may be exaggerated by weight change.  I always inform my patients that cosmetic surgery does not stop our tissues from continuing to normally age and change.

	 

	If your board certified plastic surgeon thinks you are in good health and a good candidate for revision tummy tuck, you can achieve outstanding results with a revisional procedure... even 20 years later!

	 

	All the best,

	Dr. Skourtis

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