I had lipo of Dec 21 & had some skin laxity. I am wanting a tummy tuck to correct, however a little anxious and nervous. Would I need a full tummy tuck? I definitely can feel the separation between my abs from having a child in 2017, so I know that would probably be a yes. My question is, with my amount of loose skin or even lack of, would a tummy tuck be worth it? I just want my ab definition to come through again.
April 20, 2022
Answer: Can You Get a Tummy Tuck One-Year After Liposuction? Thank you for your question regarding what to do with your abdomen after having liposuction done approximately a year ago. Let's examine your pictures and your situation. You have excess skin, some residual excess fat, a history of liposuction, and stretch marks. This all leads to a tummy tuck. If you have further liposuction, your results will get worse, not better. Therefore, I would suggest a tummy tuck. In regards to regular versus full tummy tuck, I would suggest a full tummy tuck. A full tummy tuck will get rid of more skin, repair damaged muscle, and give you a better-looking belly button. In my opinion, the tummy tuck scar would be worth getting rid of all of your loose, hanging skin. If you want further abdominal definition to show through, you'll have to exercise after the tummy tuck or consider VASER abdominal etching to help "pop" the muscles. All in all, I would highly suggest a full tummy tuck for optimal results. It is important that you consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon who is experienced in tummy tucks. It is important also to examine the abdomen to make sure there is no residual scar tissue from the prior liposuction of the abdomen. However, at a year out and by looking at your pictures, the skin appears to be loose and I think you would benefit significantly from a full tummy tuck. Thank you for your question and good luck.
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April 20, 2022
Answer: Can You Get a Tummy Tuck One-Year After Liposuction? Thank you for your question regarding what to do with your abdomen after having liposuction done approximately a year ago. Let's examine your pictures and your situation. You have excess skin, some residual excess fat, a history of liposuction, and stretch marks. This all leads to a tummy tuck. If you have further liposuction, your results will get worse, not better. Therefore, I would suggest a tummy tuck. In regards to regular versus full tummy tuck, I would suggest a full tummy tuck. A full tummy tuck will get rid of more skin, repair damaged muscle, and give you a better-looking belly button. In my opinion, the tummy tuck scar would be worth getting rid of all of your loose, hanging skin. If you want further abdominal definition to show through, you'll have to exercise after the tummy tuck or consider VASER abdominal etching to help "pop" the muscles. All in all, I would highly suggest a full tummy tuck for optimal results. It is important that you consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon who is experienced in tummy tucks. It is important also to examine the abdomen to make sure there is no residual scar tissue from the prior liposuction of the abdomen. However, at a year out and by looking at your pictures, the skin appears to be loose and I think you would benefit significantly from a full tummy tuck. Thank you for your question and good luck.
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April 5, 2022
Answer: My Recommendation Dear va0822, thank you for your question, after evaluate your case. If your abdomen is with all that loose skin the right thing to do is a tummy tuck with muscle repair so we can make your abdomen look thigher and stetic. Make sure you go on consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Hope this helps and best of lucks. Dr. Luis Mejia.
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April 5, 2022
Answer: My Recommendation Dear va0822, thank you for your question, after evaluate your case. If your abdomen is with all that loose skin the right thing to do is a tummy tuck with muscle repair so we can make your abdomen look thigher and stetic. Make sure you go on consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Hope this helps and best of lucks. Dr. Luis Mejia.
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