What is my best option to treat loose skin and fat pockets? (Photo)

April 22, 2022
Asked By:Helpful5906 in Los Angeles, California

I’ve had doctors say do nothing and I’ve had doctors say full tummy tuck and lipo. So much misinformation that I need someone to be honest. I want to feel good in my own skin again but don’t want to be too aggressive if there’s less invasive options. Please help. And please don’t say do nothing. I’m talking about the loose skin, pockets of fat, etc. Can bulking in the gym fix this? Any procedures you recommend? Thank you!

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Answers (17)

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October 10, 2023

Answer: Treating Loose Skin and Fat Pockets

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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October 10, 2023

Answer: Treating Loose Skin and Fat Pockets

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 24, 2023

Answer: Tummy tuck

Gary M. Horndeski, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 24, 2023

Answer: Tummy tuck

Gary M. Horndeski, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 17, 2023

Answer: Abdomen

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 17, 2023

Answer: Abdomen

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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November 3, 2022

Answer: Loose Abdominal Skin

Tommaso Addona, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 3, 2022

Answer: Loose Abdominal Skin

Tommaso Addona, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 2, 2022

Answer: Loose skin enough for a tummy tuck

Martin Jugenburg, MDCertified Plastic Surgeon
August 2, 2022

Answer: Loose skin enough for a tummy tuck

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