Do I have too much abdominal fat for a tummy tuck? (Photo)

October 6, 2024
Asked By:Enthusiastic112724 in Ypsilanti, MI

I am 33 years old, and recently lost over 70 lbs. I am close to my ideal weight. I am 5’4” and last weighed in at 137 lbs. I have quite a bit of loose skin in my tummy, but also I have always carried most of my weight in my midsection, and still have some excess fat there. Waist measurement is about 32 inches. Am I a candidate for a tummy tuck? My goal weight is 125 lbs but even once I get to that weight I will still have excess fat in my midsection.

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October 19, 2024

Answer: Tummy Tuck - candidate for tummy tuck?

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October 19, 2024

Answer: Tummy Tuck - candidate for tummy tuck?

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January 16, 2025

Answer: Tummy Tuck Candidate

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January 16, 2025

Answer: Tummy Tuck Candidate

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December 23, 2024

Answer: The Best Option For You!

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December 23, 2024

Answer: The Best Option For You!

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October 23, 2024

Answer: You are an excellent candidate for Tummy Tuck

Daniel A. Medalie, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
October 23, 2024

Answer: You are an excellent candidate for Tummy Tuck

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October 22, 2024

Answer: Tummy tuck

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October 22, 2024

Answer: Tummy tuck

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October 21, 2024

Answer: Tummy Tuck

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October 21, 2024

Answer: Tummy Tuck

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