Have I lost enough weight for a tummy tuck?

Question

After 4 pregnancies and two abdominal surgeries (c-section and hysterectomy) I am finally ready to do my tummy tuck! I am 5'8 and 183.  I have been a steady 170 to 180 for the last two years. I dislike my tummy so much. Will a tummy tuck make a dramatic change ? Or do I need to lose more weight first.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

At
5’8 and 183 lbs, your BMI is 27 ½, which is acceptable for an
abdominoplasty.  Since you have had a
hysterectomy, I recommend abdominoplasty with mesh reinforcement.  The mesh will create a more hourglass figure
while compressing the abdominal wall, which results in early satiety and helps
maintain a reduced weight.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Based on your photos I recommend you a Tummy Tuck to get a flat abdomen and waist and back Liposculpture, getting better curves especially in the waist, improving your body contour.Best regardsDr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your
question. Based on your photograph, you are a candidate for a tummy tuck
with liposuction.  This can be done
through a low and short incision, all completely below the bikini line.  The belly button can be designed to look
natural and have no scars on the exterior.  
Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen.  It is always best to be close to your goal weight prior to surgery.  Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.  The most important
aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek
consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate
you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Kenneth A. Godwin, DO · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. An in person examination is the best way to determine whether or not you are a good candidate for a Tummy Tuck. Although it is usually recommended that patients have a BMI of less then 30 before undergoing elective cosmetic procedures, each case should be evaluated on an individual basis. Based on your photos and your height and weight, you appear to be be a good candidate for a Tummy Tuck with liposuction. This would give you the dramatic results you are looking for. That being said, you will likely have even better results with continued weight loss before the procedure. Congratulations on your ongoing weight loss and best wishes.

Don Fontana, MD · Answer

Yes, I think you would be a good candidate for this  surgery. Find a  competent board certified PS and  have it done.

Israel Manon, MD · Answer

Hello
I recommend a full tummy tuck with muscle repair combined with a full body contouring. I would suggest liposuction on your back and flanks as well if you want. You have choices, but definitely you must be evaluated first to accomplish what you wished. Consult with a certified plastic surgeon.
Regards
Dr. Israel Mañon
Certified Plastic Surgeon

Joshua A. Halpern, MD, PA · Answer

It appears from your pictures that you would be a good candidate for a tummy tuck. You would need a physical exam to confirm this. I invented a tummy tuck where not only patients typically wake up in no pain but they have very natural looking belly buttons which they enjoy showing off in a bikini. Recovery is much quicker versus traditional techniques. It’s not uncommon for patients in their mid sixties to be driving four days after surgery. It’s also not uncommon for patients to loose additional weight after surgery because they tell me their level of esteem has improved significantly. I hope you find this information useful. Please watch the enclosed video.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!
Thanks for the pictures and provided information as well.
Based on your photos, you are a great candidate for a tummy tuck and liposuction. You have a BMI of 28, which falls within the parameters. 
The combination of liposuction with a traditional tummy tuck has become a very common procedure. It is safe to combine the two procedures mainly to address the waist, back and flank areas. This is a very effective way to extenuate the contour of the waist along with the abdominoplasty.
In general, you need to be physically healthy and at a stable weight, have realistic expectations, be a non-smoker and your BMI needs to be 30 or less.
l recommend you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals and anything you need to know.
Good luck :)

Jean Paul Giudicelli Saba, MD · Answer

Hi, thanks for sharing your concern and photos with us!

Looking at your photos I might say that you´ll be a great candidate to get an entire back, waist and flanks liposuction, with BBL, and tummy tuck, this is because all the extra skin located in this areas plus your abdominal muscle needs to be repaired.

Before all this, of course, you need to get a complete medical evaluation and laboratory exams to check everything is fine. Also please try to find a board certified plastic surgeon, remember that your safety, always, is going to be first.

Have a great day!

Dr. JPG

Robert H. Hunsaker, MD · Answer

If this is your stable weight, it is fine. You can have a very noticeable improvement with an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and liposuction.

Have I lost enough weight for a tummy tuck?

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