I am only 22 years old, have not had any children, but definitely want biological children in the future (5+ years down the line). I have been overweight my whole life, but have actually lost about 70lbs the past 3 years. Even though I've lost such a large amount of weight, I'm still not happy with my body and feel like the number of pounds I've lost doesn't mean much because of my fatty problem areas. What would the best surgery be for me? Tummy tuck? Lipo? Any opinions appreciated! Thanks!
April 26, 2015
Answer: How Young is Too Young for a Tummy Tuck? What About Wanting to Have Children in the Future? Congratulations on your weight loss! You should be very proud of this accomplishment. Yes, you will be able to undergo tummy tuck surgery regardless of your young age. When the time is right, seek consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate significant experience achieving the types of outcomes you would be pleased with. Then, learn about the pros/cons/risks/complications associated with the procedure. You may find the attached link, dedicated to tummy tuck surgery concerns, helpful to you as you learn more. Best wishes.
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April 26, 2015
Answer: How Young is Too Young for a Tummy Tuck? What About Wanting to Have Children in the Future? Congratulations on your weight loss! You should be very proud of this accomplishment. Yes, you will be able to undergo tummy tuck surgery regardless of your young age. When the time is right, seek consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate significant experience achieving the types of outcomes you would be pleased with. Then, learn about the pros/cons/risks/complications associated with the procedure. You may find the attached link, dedicated to tummy tuck surgery concerns, helpful to you as you learn more. Best wishes.
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July 16, 2020
Answer: Tummy Tucks in Younger Patients
Your scenario is one that I am seeing more frequently in my practice due to formerly heavy patients losing a significant amount of weight. I usually advise these patients that they can have a tummy tuck, but that I do not tighten the abdominal muscles, only doing skin resection and repositioning. This removes the extra skin and fat and flattens the abdomen. Obviously, after childbirth, you may need to repeat or revise the procedure with muscle tightening if needed at that time.
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July 16, 2020
Answer: Tummy Tucks in Younger Patients
Your scenario is one that I am seeing more frequently in my practice due to formerly heavy patients losing a significant amount of weight. I usually advise these patients that they can have a tummy tuck, but that I do not tighten the abdominal muscles, only doing skin resection and repositioning. This removes the extra skin and fat and flattens the abdomen. Obviously, after childbirth, you may need to repeat or revise the procedure with muscle tightening if needed at that time.
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