Question about being a Gastric sleeve patient. I'm looking to get a tummy tuck and bbl but I'm 8 months out from my vsg surgery and my weight has been pretty stable.
Answer: 8 months after sleeve gastrectomy Hi Polite546372, I think that 8 months is too soon after weight loss surgery to undergo body contouring procedures. You may continue to experience additional weight loss for the next few months. The best will be to wait to reach your goal weight, maintain that stable for approximately 6 months and then proceed with the skin removal surgery. Rushing to have the body contouring surgery before reaching that weight loss may lead to additional changes in your body and development of additional skin. Thanks for sharing.
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Answer: 8 months after sleeve gastrectomy Hi Polite546372, I think that 8 months is too soon after weight loss surgery to undergo body contouring procedures. You may continue to experience additional weight loss for the next few months. The best will be to wait to reach your goal weight, maintain that stable for approximately 6 months and then proceed with the skin removal surgery. Rushing to have the body contouring surgery before reaching that weight loss may lead to additional changes in your body and development of additional skin. Thanks for sharing.
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June 23, 2020
Answer: Weight is stable 8 months after vertical sleeve gastrectomy. Can I get a tummy tuck and BBL? After having a vertical sleeve gastrectomy you will want to wait until you have completed your weight loss, which can take a year or more. After that time you will want to be at or near your goal weight and have maintained that weight for about 6 months before considering surgery.
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June 23, 2020
Answer: Weight is stable 8 months after vertical sleeve gastrectomy. Can I get a tummy tuck and BBL? After having a vertical sleeve gastrectomy you will want to wait until you have completed your weight loss, which can take a year or more. After that time you will want to be at or near your goal weight and have maintained that weight for about 6 months before considering surgery.
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June 23, 2020
Answer: Best to wait at least 18 months After massive weight loss surgery, we usually recommend 18 months after surgery with 6 months of stable weight within ideal +/- 5 lbs. However, surgery can be done before the 18 month marker, but the outcome is less predictable as the body is still acclimating to the changes of massive weight loss.
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June 23, 2020
Answer: Best to wait at least 18 months After massive weight loss surgery, we usually recommend 18 months after surgery with 6 months of stable weight within ideal +/- 5 lbs. However, surgery can be done before the 18 month marker, but the outcome is less predictable as the body is still acclimating to the changes of massive weight loss.
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June 21, 2020
Answer: Weight is stable 8 months after vertical sleeve gastrectomy. Can I get a tummy tuck and BBL? After a gastric sleeve, the weight loss occurs over a 12 – 24 month period. This period of time gives the skin the chance to tighten and adjust as the weight is lost. To qualify for a TT after weight loss, you must meet these criteria:
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June 21, 2020
Answer: Weight is stable 8 months after vertical sleeve gastrectomy. Can I get a tummy tuck and BBL? After a gastric sleeve, the weight loss occurs over a 12 – 24 month period. This period of time gives the skin the chance to tighten and adjust as the weight is lost. To qualify for a TT after weight loss, you must meet these criteria:
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June 17, 2020
Answer: Tummy tuck with mesh If you are not planning future pregnancies, I recommend abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement. The mesh creates a more hourglass figure by compressing the abdominal wall resulting in early satiety and helps maintain a reduced weight. Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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June 17, 2020
Answer: Tummy tuck with mesh If you are not planning future pregnancies, I recommend abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement. The mesh creates a more hourglass figure by compressing the abdominal wall resulting in early satiety and helps maintain a reduced weight. Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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