I am 5'3 115-120lbs. Very active and weight train 5 days a week. Ive had 1 pregnancy and plan on having no more children. 31 years old. No matter what I do- including diet, I can not get rid of my lower pouch. Would I be a candidate for a mini tummy tuck? Open to other recommendations please.
Answer: TT Thank you for your inquiry! By your photos, it looks like you would be a great candidate for an abdominoplasty to get rid of any excess skin. The only difference in a mini vs a full abdominoplasty is how long the incision is. A mini tummy tuck is going to have a smaller incision than a full tummy tuck. Muscle repair, removal of excess skin, and liposuction are all included with both a mini and a full tummy tuck. I recommend scheduling a consult appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so we can create a surgical plan that is best for you and your goals!
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Answer: TT Thank you for your inquiry! By your photos, it looks like you would be a great candidate for an abdominoplasty to get rid of any excess skin. The only difference in a mini vs a full abdominoplasty is how long the incision is. A mini tummy tuck is going to have a smaller incision than a full tummy tuck. Muscle repair, removal of excess skin, and liposuction are all included with both a mini and a full tummy tuck. I recommend scheduling a consult appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so we can create a surgical plan that is best for you and your goals!
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October 29, 2024
Answer: Am I a candidate for Mini Tummy Tuck? It looks like your skin elasticity is very good with no stretch marks or pannus (skin hanging over your belt-line). I bet we could do very well and meet your expectations with liposuction alone. Something to think about. See attached for reference. Thank you.
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October 29, 2024
Answer: Am I a candidate for Mini Tummy Tuck? It looks like your skin elasticity is very good with no stretch marks or pannus (skin hanging over your belt-line). I bet we could do very well and meet your expectations with liposuction alone. Something to think about. See attached for reference. Thank you.
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June 7, 2022
Answer: Abdomen I would suggest doing liposuction first to remove all the excess fat. Once you have healed, then see if your muscle needs to be tightened or excess skin remains. You may do well with just liposuction.
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June 7, 2022
Answer: Abdomen I would suggest doing liposuction first to remove all the excess fat. Once you have healed, then see if your muscle needs to be tightened or excess skin remains. You may do well with just liposuction.
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April 18, 2022
Answer: Considering options From your photos it appears you are a good candidate for a standard tummy tuck. This would remove excess fat and skin as well as correct abdominal wall laxity. Liposuction could be added if you want further contouring. The best place to begin is a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon near you.
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April 18, 2022
Answer: Considering options From your photos it appears you are a good candidate for a standard tummy tuck. This would remove excess fat and skin as well as correct abdominal wall laxity. Liposuction could be added if you want further contouring. The best place to begin is a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon near you.
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April 16, 2022
Answer: Mini tummy tuck If you don’t want to touch the area above your belly button then a mini may be sufficient. However, you do appear to have some possible skin laxity above your belly button, as indicated by your first photo. For this reason, a full tummy tuck may be more suitable for you.
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April 16, 2022
Answer: Mini tummy tuck If you don’t want to touch the area above your belly button then a mini may be sufficient. However, you do appear to have some possible skin laxity above your belly button, as indicated by your first photo. For this reason, a full tummy tuck may be more suitable for you.
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