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During a full abdominoplasty, is the upper abdomen worked on as well or just the lower?

During a full abdominoplasty, is the upper abdomen worked on as well or just the lower?

During a full abdominoplasty, is the upper abdomen worked on as well or just the lower?

Q: Does a full abdominoplasty include liposuction to the upper abdomen, lower and flanks? Or does it just depend on the surgeons particular preference?

During a full tummy tuck, the entire abdomen is addressed from the rib cage to the pubic bone. During a full abdominoplasty I loosen the tummy skin all the way up to the chest. The abdominal muscles are tightened and loose skin is removed. I generally save the existing belly button. Most of my patients who need a full tummy tuck desire liposuction as well and I usually combine these procedures. It is not uncommon for many of my tummy tuck patients to add on additional procedures like liposuction elsewhere, breast procedures or a Brazilian Butt Lift, as well!

During a full abdominoplasty, is the upper abdomen worked on as well or just the lower?

How Much Weight Can I Lose from Tummy Tuck Surgery?

How Much Weight Can I Lose from Tummy Tuck Surgery?

Q: How much weight (in loose skin/tissue) will I lose from a tummy tuck?

A: There are many variations on the tummy tuck, but it generally involves tightening the abdominal muscles and removing excess skin from the abdomen. The skin and tissue removed usually weigh a couple of pounds, but without seeing you, I can’t make an estimate that is specific for you. I encourage my patients – especially my tummy tuck patients – to achieve and maintain their goal weight PRIOR to surgery. Tummy tucks don’t help with weight loss and losing a significant amount of weight after surgery could lead to loose skin again.

During a full abdominoplasty, is the upper abdomen worked on as well or just the lower?

Do you need drains for Brazilian Butt Lift or not???

Do you need drains for Brazilian Butt Lift or not???

Q: I have 1 doctor saying he uses drains on everybody and the other doctor saying he never uses them! Deciding between the 2 and I just don’t know! Both are board certified and do the procedure often

A: The use or not of drains shouldn’t be the deciding factor when choosing a plastic surgeon. Look at each surgeon’s results and reviews. I use drains regularly. I am aggressive with liposuction. This can lead to fluid accumulation in the treated areas. These fluid collections are a major source of post-operative headaches and leaving them in place can cause lumpiness. While drains are admittedly inconvenient, they are only temporary, they decrease seromas and infection and, I believe, lead to better long term results. Every surgeon is different and some feel they have great results without drains. I think the results are more important rather than this small detail in the process.

During a full abdominoplasty, is the upper abdomen worked on as well or just the lower?

Am I a good candidate for a mini tummy tuck?

Am I a good candidate for a mini tummy tuck?

Q: I am curious if I can get good results with a mini TT. I’m 26, haven’t had children but lost around 70 lbs 10 years ago. I don’t think I have muscle laxity and would rather not have them tightened.

A: A mini tummy tuck only addresses the area below your belly button. This is only a good option for people with no skin laxity in the upper abdomen. Based on your pictures, I don’t think that would be the best option for you. I have many patients like you who need a tummy tuck, but don’t want or need muscle repair. I offer a modification of the full tummy tuck (I call it a J tuck) that does not disturb the abdominal muscles but still tightens the entire abdomen.

During a full abdominoplasty, is the upper abdomen worked on as well or just the lower?

The Struggles of your Past Should NEVER Determine Your Future !!

The Struggles of your Past Should NEVER Determine Your Future !!

  • Part 1 – [YOU ARE HERE]- The struggles of your past should never determine your future!
  • Part 2 – 1 week follow up video

Today on CurveLifeTV watch the heartwarming story of this beautiful soul. Coming to Dr. Curves to regain control of her life with this body transformation. With having to overcome many life struggles and triumph she is finally taking back her life!! Coming all the way from Fisher, Indiana To share her inspirational story. At 46 years old she is more than ready transformation. After overcoming years of abuse and having 8 children she wants to be an inspiration to women everywhere. After researching for about 2 years and having the amazing support from her loving family she is finally here. Becoming over joyed with excitement this is a story you can’t miss out on. With a weight of 206 lbs. and a height of 5’10, We are going to give her the PORSHA BOOTY and flat tummy she very well deserves. Check out her amazing transformation after Dr. Curves gives her the CURVES she has been longing for.

 

 

This is Part 2 of a 2 part series on answering the question, ā€œThe Struggles of your Past Should NEVER Determine Your Futureā€

  • Part 1 – [YOU ARE HERE]- The struggles of your past should never determine your future!
  • Part 2 – 1 week follow up video

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During a full abdominoplasty, is the upper abdomen worked on as well or just the lower?

Am I able to have a Tummy tuck?

Am I able to have a Tummy tuck?

Q: I just turn 21 and I had my baby girl 9 months ago. I have really bad stretch marks and loose skin. I just want to know if I could be a candidate to do the tummy tuck.

A: A tummy tuck is a great surgery to reverse some of the unpleasant consequences of pregnancy. It can remove loose skin – this will also decrease the number of stretch marks you have on your abdomen. During a tummy tuck, I am also able to repair abdominal muscles that have been stretched out during pregnancy. 9 months is generally enough time after childbirth for you to have fully healed. Ideally you should be at your goal weight before pursuing plastic surgery and I generally recommend waiting until your family is complete before having a tummy tuck. Major changes – like large weight loss or another pregnancy – can undo the effects of the surgery.