I look bloated all the time. Do I need a tummy tuck revision? (Photo)

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I look bloated all the time me the part of my tummy where my belly button is looks pointy

Aftab Siddiqui, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

You might need a tummy tuck revision if you have visible bulging, rippling, or wrinkling of the skin; if you have loose skin hanging below the incision; or if you have persistent pain or discomfort. A revision may also be recommended if you have a hernia or an abdominal separation (diastasis recti).
If you are unhappy with the appearance of your stomach after a tummy tuck, talk to your surgeon about your options. They may recommend a revision surgery to improve the results.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I encourage you to return to your surgeon for an evaluation.  The contour that concerns you could be from several factors.  If it is muscle repair failure then a revision is needed to correct it.  If it is seroma it will improve when drained.  If it is from visceral/internal fat then weight loss will help.  It also appears you have hypertrophic scars that may be improved with a scar revision.

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Dear Surgery402, thanks for sharing your concerns and pictures. After evaluate your case, you seem to need a tummy tuck revision. I do suggest to get in touch with your surgeon or his team to work with this. Make sure you go on consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Hope this helps and best of lucks. Dr. Luis Mejia

Shlomo Widder, MD · Answer

Dear Virginian,
   Thanks for submitting your tummy tuck pictures and sorry for your sub optimal outcome. From observing your pictures, it appears that you have abdominal skin and muscles laxity , which gives you the bloated look. So the answer to your question is , indeed, you will benefit significantly from a redo of your tummy tuck surgery. In the right surgical hands you will end up with flat stomach, youthful looking abdominal skin,  narrower waists, nicer belly button, improved body posture and tighter pubic skin.
   Always, consult with experienced board certified plastic surgeons who operate in accredited surgery center for your safety, Most importantly, check the before and after pictures in the photo gallery, to make sure that they are numerous, consistent and attractive as described above.
        All the best,
                           Dr Widder
                    widderplasticsurgery.com

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Surgery402,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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