I am considering getting a tummy tuck, My problem is not a loose skin or loose muscle but a severe case of stretch marks from hip to hip and aprox 2 inch above my belly button down to the upper part of the pubic area. My stomach is over all flat but do have loose skin I have a 10year daughter, I have low body fat, and I'm at my ideal weight. I just hate the unsightly stretch marks.Being that I am my ideal weight and dont have tooo tooo much skin to play with with I see good results? I am undergoing lipo in certain areas, perhaps this can loosen up more skin? I have seen before and after pictures but cannot seem to find pictures that I can relate too (stretch marks more than fat). What are your thoughts?
Answer: Tummy tuck for stretch marks You must accept the surgical fact that there will ALWAYS be some residual stretch marks NO MATTER how tight you are "pulled"! Beware of the yes docs who only want your $ not the truth. Regards from MIAMI Dr. B
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Tummy tuck for stretch marks You must accept the surgical fact that there will ALWAYS be some residual stretch marks NO MATTER how tight you are "pulled"! Beware of the yes docs who only want your $ not the truth. Regards from MIAMI Dr. B
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Addressing Stretch Marks in Tummy Tuck Surgery Dear Sherlykeyrose, Thank you for sharing your concerns about stretch marks and considering a tummy tuck procedure. It's understandable that you're seeking solutions for the stretch marks that can impact your confidence and self-image. It's important to understand that while a tummy tuck can address excess skin and improve abdominal contours, it may not completely eliminate stretch marks, especially those located above the belly button. During a tummy tuck, the skin is tightened and excess skin is removed, which can lead to the elongation of existing stretch marks. Stretch marks located above the belly button are typically more challenging to remove completely. However, stretch marks located below the belly button, especially within the area of skin that is excised during the tummy tuck procedure, may be effectively removed along with the excess skin. Your plastic surgeon will discuss the expected outcomes of the procedure and provide realistic expectations regarding the improvement of your stretch marks. As for undergoing liposuction in certain areas, while it can help contour specific areas of the body by removing localized fat deposits, it may not significantly impact the appearance of stretch marks. Liposuction is primarily focused on fat removal rather than addressing skin concerns like stretch marks. I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can assess your specific concerns, evaluate your candidacy for a tummy tuck, and discuss the potential outcomes of the procedure based on your unique anatomy and goals. Your surgeon can also provide you with before and after photos of patients with similar concerns to help you visualize possible results. Best wishes on your journey toward achieving your desired aesthetic goals. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen Plastic Surgeon
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Addressing Stretch Marks in Tummy Tuck Surgery Dear Sherlykeyrose, Thank you for sharing your concerns about stretch marks and considering a tummy tuck procedure. It's understandable that you're seeking solutions for the stretch marks that can impact your confidence and self-image. It's important to understand that while a tummy tuck can address excess skin and improve abdominal contours, it may not completely eliminate stretch marks, especially those located above the belly button. During a tummy tuck, the skin is tightened and excess skin is removed, which can lead to the elongation of existing stretch marks. Stretch marks located above the belly button are typically more challenging to remove completely. However, stretch marks located below the belly button, especially within the area of skin that is excised during the tummy tuck procedure, may be effectively removed along with the excess skin. Your plastic surgeon will discuss the expected outcomes of the procedure and provide realistic expectations regarding the improvement of your stretch marks. As for undergoing liposuction in certain areas, while it can help contour specific areas of the body by removing localized fat deposits, it may not significantly impact the appearance of stretch marks. Liposuction is primarily focused on fat removal rather than addressing skin concerns like stretch marks. I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can assess your specific concerns, evaluate your candidacy for a tummy tuck, and discuss the potential outcomes of the procedure based on your unique anatomy and goals. Your surgeon can also provide you with before and after photos of patients with similar concerns to help you visualize possible results. Best wishes on your journey toward achieving your desired aesthetic goals. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen Plastic Surgeon
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December 25, 2020
Answer: Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks A full tummy tuck should take out all excess skin from lower abdomen and most of the time all skin unto belly button can be taken out. You should get good results with a full tummy tuck with muscle repair and liposuction on certain areas. Please discuss with your surgeon if he can advise how much of excess skin is he/she planning to take out to give you a realistic expectation from the surgery .
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Answer: Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks A full tummy tuck should take out all excess skin from lower abdomen and most of the time all skin unto belly button can be taken out. You should get good results with a full tummy tuck with muscle repair and liposuction on certain areas. Please discuss with your surgeon if he can advise how much of excess skin is he/she planning to take out to give you a realistic expectation from the surgery .
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November 9, 2020
Answer: Stretch marks in the areas excised will be removed, but if not, some will remain Patients often have most of the stretch marks under the umbilicus or belly button. For those of us who have some above the belly button, I may be able to remove some of it, but potentially not all. I need to make a decision about what is safe to remove without causing complications. If your stretch marks fall into the skin removed, then they are also removed. Otherwise, if they are too high on your abdomen or too low on your legs, they may remain somewhat even after surgery, though your stomach will look a lot flatter. -David Mattos, Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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Answer: Stretch marks in the areas excised will be removed, but if not, some will remain Patients often have most of the stretch marks under the umbilicus or belly button. For those of us who have some above the belly button, I may be able to remove some of it, but potentially not all. I need to make a decision about what is safe to remove without causing complications. If your stretch marks fall into the skin removed, then they are also removed. Otherwise, if they are too high on your abdomen or too low on your legs, they may remain somewhat even after surgery, though your stomach will look a lot flatter. -David Mattos, Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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April 15, 2020
Answer: Removing Stretch Marks with Abdominoplasty #TummyTuck Hi @Sherlykeyrose - Thanks for the Question! An abdominoplasty, is also commonly referred to as a tummy tuck, and is a procedure designed to tighten sagging abdominal muscles and give the belly area a flatter and smoother appearance. If you would like to improve the appearance of a hanging or protruding abdomen, a tummy tuck can be used to create a slimmer body contour and an improved abdominal profile. This is accomplished by removing excess skin and fat in the midsection, as well as tightening loose abdominal muscles. Any stretch marks that are in the area of removed skin would also disappear. The scar tends to remain well concealed in the area of most underwear. On the day of surgery, I frequently ask patients to bring their favorite swimsuit bottom or underwear to make the markings within that. Thanks, Dr. Chopra Plastic Surgeon Face, Body, Breast Expert Johns Hopkins Trained
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Answer: Removing Stretch Marks with Abdominoplasty #TummyTuck Hi @Sherlykeyrose - Thanks for the Question! An abdominoplasty, is also commonly referred to as a tummy tuck, and is a procedure designed to tighten sagging abdominal muscles and give the belly area a flatter and smoother appearance. If you would like to improve the appearance of a hanging or protruding abdomen, a tummy tuck can be used to create a slimmer body contour and an improved abdominal profile. This is accomplished by removing excess skin and fat in the midsection, as well as tightening loose abdominal muscles. Any stretch marks that are in the area of removed skin would also disappear. The scar tends to remain well concealed in the area of most underwear. On the day of surgery, I frequently ask patients to bring their favorite swimsuit bottom or underwear to make the markings within that. Thanks, Dr. Chopra Plastic Surgeon Face, Body, Breast Expert Johns Hopkins Trained
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June 28, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck / stretch marks Thank you for your question. Tummy tuck can remove stretch mark but you need to know will be residual. I would suggest to be treated by board certificated plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results. Kind Regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
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Answer: Tummy tuck / stretch marks Thank you for your question. Tummy tuck can remove stretch mark but you need to know will be residual. I would suggest to be treated by board certificated plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results. Kind Regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
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