How to get the best results from a tummy tuck
Although it is to be determined as to the effect a tummy tuck will have on your back, the appearance of your abdomen will be much improved after an excellent tummy tuck.
Based upon the posted hoots I would recommend a scan to see if a hernia exists. Than seek IN PERSON opinions. I believe you should be able to achieve an improvement after a FULL tummy tuck. (Darryl J. Blinski, MD, Miami Plastic Surgeon)
It appears you will be an excellent candidate for a tummy tuck provided your health is good. The surgery will remove extra skin and fat and tighten the abdominal muscles. (Gregory Lynam, MD, Richmond Plastic Surgeon)
Actually you are a wonderful candidate for an Extended Tummy Tuck in order to get rid of the saggy skin on your abdomen and sides and the goal is to achieve a tight and smooth abdomen. Definitely I will recommend a tight muscle repair in order to achieve a flat abdomen but manly a small and tapered waist.
Best results from tummy tuck
So, certainly your abdomen will be 100% more attractive, stronger and will help to your back muscles to create a balance. Be encouraged. (Laura Carmina Cardenas, MD, Mexico Plastic Surgeon)
Based on your photographs, you may be an excellent candidate for tummy tuck surgery at some point. The “ideal” patient for tummy tuck surgery is one who has completed pregnancies, is psycho socially/emotionally/financially stable, has an excellent social support system surrounding him/her, is capable of arranging enough recovery time, does not smoke and who has reached a long-term stable weight. Hard to know ( I certainly wouldn’t promise) whether or not the tummy tuck operation ( and “reconstruction” of your core) will help with back issues. When the time is right, seek consultation with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate significant experience achieving the types of outcomes you would be pleased with.
How to get the best results from a tummy tuck operation
You may find the attached link helpful to you as you learn more about tummy tuck surgery. (Tom J. Pousti, MD, FACS, San Diego Plastic Surgeon)
A tummy tuck and some liposuction of the sides and back can make a huge difference. (Lawrence Scott Ennis, MD, FACS, Pensacola Plastic Surgeon)
You have loose skin, stretched abdominal musculature, and excess fat in the hip roll area, all amenable to tummy tuck (with muscle repair) and liposuction contouring of your hip rolls. Muscle repair may even help with some of your back symptoms, but this will still be considered a cosmetic, elective operation for which no insurance company will provide coverage or reimbursement.
How to get the best results from a tummy tuck surgery
It will be entirely self-pay, but with realistic expectations can yield best results from a tummy tuck and much improved shape.
Make sure you see only ABPS-certified plastic surgeons, not “cosmetic surgeons” who do not have full training in plastic surgery (often none, or only a few weekend “courses”) and claim “board-certification” by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, a non-ABMS member board. Only the American Board of Plastic Surgery certifies plastic surgeons in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the entire body, and the ABPS is one of 24 ABMS (American Board of Medical Specialties) member boards. (Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS, Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon)
You should get great results from tummy tuck and liposuction
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Your pictures show excess skin and tissue. I would recommend my patients liposuction and tummy tuck combined procedure for best results. (Kamran Khoobehi, MD, New Orleans Plastic Surgeon)
It appears from your pictures that you should get an excellent result from a tummy tuck procedure. It is difficult to tell from your picture, but it looks like you have some stretch marks above the level of the umbilicus. These will be moved to a much lower position on your abdomen but will likely remain after the procedure. It is difficult to answer the question regarding your back pain. Many patients do feel some relief after a tummy tuck procedure, however it is dependent on the amount of skin and fat that is excised. Seek a consultation from a board-certified plastic surgeon who is experienced with tummy tuck procedures.
The best results from a tummy tuck
He/she can better evaluate your abdomen and answer all your questions. (Erik Miles, MD, FACS, Charlotte Plastic Surgeon)
From your photos only it is obviously difficult to render a complete opinion, but it appears that you have some excess lower tummy fat as well as skin laxity, along with some loose skin and stretch marks. Low back pain is multifactorial but no promises can be made that this would be improved by a tummy tuck, although it might.
Part of your procedure, if you prove to be a suitable candidate for surgery, will include muscle tightening that can restore a better balance and support to your core, which can in turn help with support and alignment for your back. The ideal candidate for an abdominoplasty and other body contouring surgery is someone who is as close as possible to their ideal body weight. Having said that, many patients elect to undergo such surgery with significant improvement in their quality of life, appearance, and overall well being even if they are a bit overweight. Your best next step is to have a proper evaluation by a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in body contouring surgery techniques, and ideally someone who is a member of ASPS, ASAPS, or both. (Ram Kalus, MD, Charleston Plastic Surgeon)
