Uneven skin after liposuction. Will a mini tummy tuck fix this? (Photo)

Question

I had liposuction on my stomach 2 years ago but I have uneven skin.. why is this? Will a mini tummy tuck fix this? The one with the pink shirt is after lipo and black shirt before lipo..

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

From your photos it appears the option for the best results would be a standard tummy tuck.  A mini would address the lower abdomen but won't do much for above the belly button.  I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you for an evaluation to learn more.

Richard Baxter, MD · Answer

A mini tummy tuck only improves skin irregularities in the lower abdomen, and your photos show that the upper abdomen is affected too. A full tummy tuck is the way to go, which probably should have been recommended instead of lipo alone.

Carmina Cardenas, MD · Answer

Based on your photos you have a significant degree of saggy skin on your abdomen above and below the belly button, you had it before and still after the liposuction, that hasn’t changed, the only difference is that now you have aside of the saggy skin, a very obvious fibrosis and scar tissue on your upper abdomen. 
You are candidate for Full Tummy Tuck, muscle  repair and some liposuction to waist. 
Your main issue is not excess of fat. You problem has been and is, saggy tissues and liposuction won’t make your tissues tighter. 
Be encouraged!! 
Dr. Cárdenas

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

It is important to determine the cause of these contour irregularities first. If it’s loose skin or fat, then a tummy tuck may be suitable.  A mini tummy tuck only targets the area below your belly button. It looks like there are issues above your belly button as well, therefore a full tummy tuck is probably more suitable for you.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear pardeepxkaur,
while there is always a chance for contour irregularities with liposuction, someone who takes their time and uses the appropriate sized cannulas should give you a superb result.I have all my patients wear compression garments and I use multiple sized cannulas to feather out the result.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Uneven skin after liposuction. Will a mini tummy tuck fix this? (Photo)

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