HI have upper abdominal skin laxity. I don't have any issues with below my bbutton. I have a good amount of skin laxity above my belly button that really bothers me. My lower abs are in good shape with no skin issues. It seems very few surgeons perform reverse tummy tuck. I know it can create quite a scar. What are your thoughts on the procedure? I am 45 years old, 5'5 and weigh 125. I am very physically fit. I am having a hard time finding information on this procedure.
Answer: Reverse tummy tuck I reserve this operation for a very specific subset of patients with isolated superior abdominal skin laxity and existing inframammary fold breast scars (most commonly prior breast reduction or breast lift scars). There are several downsides to this procedure including a scar spanning between the breasts and the tendency to pull the inframammary fold/IMF scars inferiorly which can distort breast aesthetics. If the skin between the breasts is left alone to avoid the spanning scar, that area tends to pucker and look unnatural. So, the vast majority of the time, I favor a traditional abdominoplasty scar even for isolated superior abdominal skin laxity because the low abdominoplasty scar is more favorable, better hidden in clothing, and does not have a distorting effect on breast appearance.
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Answer: Reverse tummy tuck I reserve this operation for a very specific subset of patients with isolated superior abdominal skin laxity and existing inframammary fold breast scars (most commonly prior breast reduction or breast lift scars). There are several downsides to this procedure including a scar spanning between the breasts and the tendency to pull the inframammary fold/IMF scars inferiorly which can distort breast aesthetics. If the skin between the breasts is left alone to avoid the spanning scar, that area tends to pucker and look unnatural. So, the vast majority of the time, I favor a traditional abdominoplasty scar even for isolated superior abdominal skin laxity because the low abdominoplasty scar is more favorable, better hidden in clothing, and does not have a distorting effect on breast appearance.
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Answer: Reverse Tummy Tuck. What are your thoughts on this procedure? Thank you for your question about what to do with excess abdominal skin laxity. You did not include pictures, so it’s a little difficult to answer your question. However, based on your description of the problem, I would suggest that, yes, indeed, a reverse tummy tuck would be your best option. I perform this procedure quite frequently. The scar is underneath the breast, so this scar usually is very well hidden. If you have significant excess skin, the spot may need to extend slightly around the side of the breast.
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Answer: Reverse Tummy Tuck. What are your thoughts on this procedure? Thank you for your question about what to do with excess abdominal skin laxity. You did not include pictures, so it’s a little difficult to answer your question. However, based on your description of the problem, I would suggest that, yes, indeed, a reverse tummy tuck would be your best option. I perform this procedure quite frequently. The scar is underneath the breast, so this scar usually is very well hidden. If you have significant excess skin, the spot may need to extend slightly around the side of the breast.
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June 7, 2022
Answer: Reverse tuck The problem with the reverse tuck is that in trying to pull up the skin tightly, it tends to pulls down on the breasts and can change the shape of the breasts. In most women, this does not work well. What actually works better is the full tummy tuck and pull everything down as one unit.
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June 7, 2022
Answer: Reverse tuck The problem with the reverse tuck is that in trying to pull up the skin tightly, it tends to pulls down on the breasts and can change the shape of the breasts. In most women, this does not work well. What actually works better is the full tummy tuck and pull everything down as one unit.
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June 6, 2022
Answer: Reverse I would imagine your difficulty finding information on reverse tummy tuck is reflective of the frequency with which this procedure is perfumed. Back in training, I asked my professors about their experiences with reverse abdominoplasty, and most said that had never done it and one said he had: once. So, in some cases this procedure can be more powerful and focused on the specific areas of concern in the upper abdomen, but it's rare that a traditional tummy tuck, which is often combined with rectus muscle plication and judicious liposuction, does not impact the upper abdomen as well. And then your scar is under the belt line instead of under the breast, which is much less noticeable. I would advise talking about these pros and cons with a surgeon that is well-versed in all forms of abdominal rejuvenation so that you get a plan that gets your best result and confidence from an individualized goals-based discussion.
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June 6, 2022
Answer: Reverse I would imagine your difficulty finding information on reverse tummy tuck is reflective of the frequency with which this procedure is perfumed. Back in training, I asked my professors about their experiences with reverse abdominoplasty, and most said that had never done it and one said he had: once. So, in some cases this procedure can be more powerful and focused on the specific areas of concern in the upper abdomen, but it's rare that a traditional tummy tuck, which is often combined with rectus muscle plication and judicious liposuction, does not impact the upper abdomen as well. And then your scar is under the belt line instead of under the breast, which is much less noticeable. I would advise talking about these pros and cons with a surgeon that is well-versed in all forms of abdominal rejuvenation so that you get a plan that gets your best result and confidence from an individualized goals-based discussion.
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June 3, 2022
Answer: Reverse tummy tuck A reverse tummy tuck removes upper abdominal excess skin and can tighten the muscles in the upper abdomen. The resultant scar lies in the fold beneath both breasts and joins in the midline.
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June 3, 2022
Answer: Reverse tummy tuck A reverse tummy tuck removes upper abdominal excess skin and can tighten the muscles in the upper abdomen. The resultant scar lies in the fold beneath both breasts and joins in the midline.
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