Question:
how close to goal to have tummy tuck
i am 30-40# from goal, 6' tall, size 16-18. How close to goal should i be to consult plastic surgeon? How close to goal to have successful tummy tuck?? — shalmar (posted on December 27, 2007)
December 27, 2007
Most surgeons and and plastic surgeons do not want plastic surgery done
prior to agout 2 years post op. This is to make sure your wieght is
stabilized, and your health is good to withstand another major surgery.
From patients I've seen at multiple support meetings, they tell me the
plastic surgery is far more painful than the original surgery.
— Dave Chambers
December 27, 2007
We were told at least 1 year after goal. Some say it is more painful but
most have said it was worth it to have the surgery. I am saving my money
as I don't think my insurance will pay for Plastic surgery for me. I most
probably will need a tummy tuck and my upper arms. I would also like to
have something done with my breast but that is not really a necessity since
I am 54 and nature has to be allowed to do its thing.
— cleofet
December 27, 2007
Your surgeon is the best person to ask this question of. S/he will let you
know when you are ready. That said, most surgeons want you within about 20
pounds of your goal weight prior to having the tummy tuck. For myself, I
actually waited several years before taking the tummy tuck plunge. Mostly
for financial reasons - I wanted the first loan paid off before I took out
another one. :)
The tummy tuck is much more painful than the original surgery. You need
the full six weeks for recovery. And even then, you will not be back at
full-speed. I am just now (eight months later) getting back to my yoga
schedule. Walking was happening much sooner, but the stretching in yoga
was a no go for a long time.
And with that said, it as sooooooo worth it! I love my tight tummy and the
way I look in clothes now.
Good luck!
Vicki
— VickiStevens
December 27, 2007
Like the others have said, most surgeons will not touch you until you have
reached goal and maintained that weight for several months. I am 6', size
14/16 and been at goal for about 4 months and maintaining. I go for plastic
surgery consultation on 01/16/08 but no idea how soon they will allow
surgery.
Good Luck and Congrats on the weight loss!
— Lost4Ever
December 27, 2007
I'm only 11 months out, and I was told by the bariatric clinics plastic
surgeon that I'm fine to have one, but I'm only like 10-15 lbs away from my
goal weight....I dont think its "time" that matters, so much as
how much more weight you have to lose. You don't want to get a tummy tuck,
then lose 40 more lbs and be back to square one.
— wecangetright
December 28, 2007
Good for you Shalmar for losing over 200 pounds! Wow have you done great.
You may have a terrible time losing some of the 30/40 pounds you have left
because of skin. I am a size 4/6, but weight 135. I think if all my skin
issues resolved, I would weight about 120 pounds. You have to factor that
into your weight, or it can drive you crazy. Having said that, I think you
have been patient and done your best for about 18 months, and seeing a
plastic surgeon right now is a good idea. It is not too soon. Your BMI is
great, but I am surprised that you are a size 16/18 when your bmi is 27.
To me that says you have larger bone structure, and would again advise
being careful to not play a numbers game. I did have a tt at about 18
months out, was glad I did, but wow was it a big recovery. I don't have
any desire to do anything else, but I am glad the tummy skin is gone. I
still love my flat tummy (my tummy was NEVER flat). I wish you well, and
congrats on your hard work paying off! You go girl! Patricia P.
— Patricia P
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