Hello Eli,Great question. Tummy tuck is the best procedure for women who have excess skin and fat in their abdominal region. No other technique Coolsculpt, Liposuction or any other form of body contouring can take away the excess skin following childbirth or massive weight loss. So for this reason, it is important for you to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who does all these techniques to give you an honest review of the best option for you. On a daily basis, we see patients who have had the wrong treatment and come for a second opinion because they are unhappy with the results of their procedure. Good luck with your research and decision.
To get the best outcome, a tummy tuck with liposuction of your love handles will be your best bet. If you have a lot of extra skin, doing liposuction alone may leave you looking deflated with a lot of excess skin hanging. If you dont, you may be able to get a good outcome with just lipo. I would suggest meeting with a plastic surgeon who can evaluate you and give you recommendations.