I had lipo on upper and lower abdomen flank & bra area. The doctor assured me that lipo will reduce my tummy since I have great skin elasticity. Today he said I have diastasis. I'm upset cuz he never mentioned this during consult. I would've done tummy tuck instead. I had to request to see him cuz my 1st appt was with his nurse & 2nd with her again. I think he didn't mention diastasis in consult because he doesn't do tummy tucks & I would've gone elsewhere. I feel lumps still I think I'm still swollen. How long before I can do a tummy tuck?
November 11, 2018
Answer: Do I have a diastasis? 7 wks post laser lipo and I don't see a difference. Will my tummy get flatter? Based on your photos and information provided- it appears that you have received a significant reduction in fat in all of the areas of concern . However, pre-operatively and persisting post-operatively - you have excess lower abdominal skin. You would have benefited from an Abdominoplasty/ tummy tuck with diastasis repair at that time, as well as the aggressive liposuction that you received provided that it complies with the statutory regulations of your State. In Florida we are limited to 1000cc of fat if a major other procedure is performed.
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November 11, 2018
Answer: Do I have a diastasis? 7 wks post laser lipo and I don't see a difference. Will my tummy get flatter? Based on your photos and information provided- it appears that you have received a significant reduction in fat in all of the areas of concern . However, pre-operatively and persisting post-operatively - you have excess lower abdominal skin. You would have benefited from an Abdominoplasty/ tummy tuck with diastasis repair at that time, as well as the aggressive liposuction that you received provided that it complies with the statutory regulations of your State. In Florida we are limited to 1000cc of fat if a major other procedure is performed.
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November 12, 2018
Answer: I suspect you may have a diastasis but also have fat behind the abdominal wall Liposuction can only improve the subcutaneous fat. You appear to have some intra-abdominal fat which is pushing your abdomen outwards. The only way to improve this is through better dieting and exercise (see my web site for information on ketones and ketogenic diets). you will also continue to improve for several more months after liposuction. however, you will not get a flat abdomen, unless you decrease your total body fat. A tummy tuck will tighten the muscles but is also limited depending on how much intra-abdominal fat you have.david berman md
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November 12, 2018
Answer: I suspect you may have a diastasis but also have fat behind the abdominal wall Liposuction can only improve the subcutaneous fat. You appear to have some intra-abdominal fat which is pushing your abdomen outwards. The only way to improve this is through better dieting and exercise (see my web site for information on ketones and ketogenic diets). you will also continue to improve for several more months after liposuction. however, you will not get a flat abdomen, unless you decrease your total body fat. A tummy tuck will tighten the muscles but is also limited depending on how much intra-abdominal fat you have.david berman md
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