I have had two c-sections. I workout regularly and have firm stomach muscles. However, I cannot seem to lose the fat on my stomach. When I am standing it looks fine, but when I sit or bend, it looks bad. Is this Loose skin or just fat?My doctor said I should have a Tummy Tuck, but said she could do Liposuction with skin excision for the area above my c-section scar. I really don't want to have a Full Tummy tuck. Would lipo leave loose skin above my belly button?
Answer: Tummy tuck vs. liposuction As my colleagues have stated, for loose skin above the belly button, a full tummy tuck will give the best result.
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Answer: Tummy tuck vs. liposuction As my colleagues have stated, for loose skin above the belly button, a full tummy tuck will give the best result.
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Answer: Tummy tuck / Lipo Thank you for your question. Based on your photos you will achieve your body goal with a full tummy tuck combined with intense liposuction including abdomen, waist, laterals and upper and lower back to improve your body contour and get better curves, especially in your waist area.
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Answer: Tummy tuck / Lipo Thank you for your question. Based on your photos you will achieve your body goal with a full tummy tuck combined with intense liposuction including abdomen, waist, laterals and upper and lower back to improve your body contour and get better curves, especially in your waist area.
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May 1, 2016
Answer: Full tummy tuck vs. mini-tummy tuck Nobody wants to have scars. But no one wants to get a small scar but be left with loose hanging skin folds! That is why it is important to carefully analyze a patient. Most women who have had major weight loos or pregnancy usually have loose skin in the upper and lower abdomen. Notice that a mini-tummy tuck can only partially remove the lower abdominal skin, and does NOT affect the upper abdominal skin folds. your pictures show that you have upper and lower abdominal loose skin, therefore, a full tummy tuck is indicated; otherwise you are waisting your money!
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May 1, 2016
Answer: Full tummy tuck vs. mini-tummy tuck Nobody wants to have scars. But no one wants to get a small scar but be left with loose hanging skin folds! That is why it is important to carefully analyze a patient. Most women who have had major weight loos or pregnancy usually have loose skin in the upper and lower abdomen. Notice that a mini-tummy tuck can only partially remove the lower abdominal skin, and does NOT affect the upper abdominal skin folds. your pictures show that you have upper and lower abdominal loose skin, therefore, a full tummy tuck is indicated; otherwise you are waisting your money!
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November 23, 2015
Answer: #TTvsLipoWithSkinExcision Liposuction is not an alternative but rather addresses a different problem than a TT. Liposuction is less invasive and quicker to recover from than a Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty). This is because liposuction only involves removing fat from beneath your skin. Your body will cause the overlying skin to contract only to the degree it is capable, often leaving redundant skin which can be unsightly. In other words, you need good elasticity to get a good result.A Tummy Tuck involves removing redundant skin and tightening the underlying muscles. Sometimes liposuction is combined as needed with a Tummy Tuck for the best possible result. Your photos suggest that you probably are a candidate for a Tummy Tuck. The question is whether the shape of your abdomen is affected by an excess of fat, skin, muscle separation or laxity, or some combination thereof. This can only be determined by examination, so go ahead and consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Some of my patients elect to have liposuction first, and then opt for a Tummy Tuck if the results are not satisfying. See a board certified plastic surgeon to help guide you through the decision making process.
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November 23, 2015
Answer: #TTvsLipoWithSkinExcision Liposuction is not an alternative but rather addresses a different problem than a TT. Liposuction is less invasive and quicker to recover from than a Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty). This is because liposuction only involves removing fat from beneath your skin. Your body will cause the overlying skin to contract only to the degree it is capable, often leaving redundant skin which can be unsightly. In other words, you need good elasticity to get a good result.A Tummy Tuck involves removing redundant skin and tightening the underlying muscles. Sometimes liposuction is combined as needed with a Tummy Tuck for the best possible result. Your photos suggest that you probably are a candidate for a Tummy Tuck. The question is whether the shape of your abdomen is affected by an excess of fat, skin, muscle separation or laxity, or some combination thereof. This can only be determined by examination, so go ahead and consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Some of my patients elect to have liposuction first, and then opt for a Tummy Tuck if the results are not satisfying. See a board certified plastic surgeon to help guide you through the decision making process.
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February 18, 2010
Answer: Tummy Tuck will give the best results From your photos, a tummy tuck would give by far the best results over liposuction alone. You will be disappointed with the liposuction results alone.
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February 18, 2010
Answer: Tummy Tuck will give the best results From your photos, a tummy tuck would give by far the best results over liposuction alone. You will be disappointed with the liposuction results alone.
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