I had twins 2.5 years ago and my stomach is not the same. Am I a tummy tuck candidate? (Photo)

Based on your pictures you may be an excellent candidate for a Tummy Tuck with muscle plication in order to tighten your muscles and give the appearance of a flatter abdomen. Additionally, a tummy tuck comprehensively removes excess skin and fat helping mitigate any bulging or dimpling from excess skin that you may have on your abdomen. If you have notable bulging around your flanks, bra rolls, and upper back combining this procedure with strategic liposuction will provide you with optimal body contouring results. A virtual or in person consultation with a Tummy Tuck specialist will provide you with accurate recommendation and pricing.
Respectfully, Brandon Richland, MD

Based on your pictures, you will benefit from the repair of the separation of your abdominal muscles caused by pregnancy. This will be accomplished through a horizontal tummy tuck incision as well as a short vertical incision for the old belly button scar.

From your photos and description you are a candidate for a standard tummy tuck. It is likely that your twin pregnancy led to a muscle wall separation. This will be corrected with the tummy tuck and any excess skin will be removed as well. The result will be a flatter, tighter tummy. See a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation.

Great questions.
With any pregnancy, especially twins, there will be some abdominal wall changes. My consultations begin with a detailed physical examination to determine which part(s) of the abdominal wall and abdominal contents are responsible for the appearance. To be sure, based on your photos, the challenge is to address the abdominal wall but with no real need to address abdominal skin. How that is done depends on the findings on exam and possibly even a CT scan of the abdomen to assess the abdominal wall. Once the anatomy is clear, there are likely options including liposuction, mini-abdominoplasty, abdominoplasty with umbilical transposition, endoscopic approaches and any combination of those. You will find different approaches from various surgeons and additional consultations are in order. Hope this helps.

Thank you for your questions and photos. You are not wrong. A tummy tuck will address excess skin & repair of the abdominal muscle. From your photos, tough you do not appear to have a lot of extra skin, you would benefit greatly from muscle repair. Which then would allows the surgeon to address extra skin. The abdominal wall can be weakened after pregnancy and (or) significant weight gain & loss. By repairing the muscle, not only does the appearance of your abdominal area improve, but your core strength as well. The repair of the muscle will cinch your waist like an inner corset, which will accentuate your curves. Liposuction will remove excess fat from unwanted areas with some skin retraction. Your expectations and health will dictate the best procedure(s) for you. I suggest a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the options that best address your goals. Best of luck!

Dhaval Patel MD
Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Chicago
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