Would I be considered as a candidate for a BBL or should I lose weight first? Would a tummy tuck be necessary? (photos)

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I am 45 years old, my height is 5"6" and I weigh 187 lbs with a BMI of 31. I have had 3 children and 1 c-section. I am looking for a heart shaped butt, hourglass figure with a small waist and flat tummy. I currently have 800cc mentor silicone implants which I am looking into having a potential explant/exchange and breast lift. Please help!! Thank you so much for your time and feedback!

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. Based on your photos and information, you are a good candidate for 360 Lipo, BBL, TT and breast lift with implant exchange. These procedures should be staged so that you can minimize your risk of complications.

Brian E. Rosett, MD · Answer

At your age and after having 3 kids you will most likely need a tummy tuck with the BBL for the best result. That being said you should pick a couple surgeons in your area and get some consultations and compare what everyone says and thinks after an exam. I would only go to a board certified plastic surgeon and RealSelf is great with telling you what type of doctor you are looking at by telling you what they are board certified in if you have any uncertainty.

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @LiveLifeHappy4u, thank you for your question. Every practice has different requirements for performing a BBL or a surgical procedure. The BMI is one of them; not everything depends on it but it helps determine how risky and optimal the surgery will be. An optimal BMI is 30 for surgery. If you continue to keep lowering your weight and eating healthy so you can maintain your figure after the procedure and have excellent results in the long run. About a tummy tuck I consider it will be necessary to have the two procedures done, because a tummy tuck will remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and strengthen the abdominal muscles. If you are considering surgery, consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who is experienced in the procedures is essential to ensure optimal results. I link a video talking about explant to share more light! Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your pictures. I recommend you a tummy tuck, 360 liposuction, and breast lift with implants first. Excess skin and fat from your abdomen will be removed and muscles will be tightened during this surgery. This will give you a more flattering, physically fit appearance. Best wishes.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. After analyzed your pictures I recommend you Tummy tuck as a first option to obtain better results, removing the skin excess and with the liposuction give you better body contour also take the fat we get and transfer to the buttocks and hips, to mold them and get better volume, contour and butt projection, is that we know as "Brazilian Butt Lift" (BBL).

Kind regards,
Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Would I be considered as a candidate for a BBL or should I lose weight first? Would a tummy tuck be necessary? (photos)

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Would I be considered as a candidate for a BBL or should I lose weight first? Would a tummy tuck be necessary? (photos)

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