What is a cherry tummy tuck?

Mini-Tummy Tuck (Cherry Tummy Tuck)

A mini-tummy tuck procedure often involves a combination of liposuction and the removal of loose skin without tightening the abdominal muscles. We refer to this procedure as the “Cherry Tummy Tuck,” named after our experienced Surgical First Assistant Cherry Fluker.

What are the different types of tummy tucks?

What is the best tummy tuck procedure?

Extended Tummy Tuck

This is considered the best type of tummy tuck for patients who have lost a considerable amount of weight and are looking to refine their body contours. The surgery involves a longer incision as the scope is larger, but recovery times tend to stay the same as a traditional abdominoplasty.

How many sizes do you drop with a tummy tuck?

Most women lose between 2 and 3 pants sizes after a tuck, but there are patients who lose even more. If you had a lot of loose skin before the procedure, for example, you could go down 4 more pants sizes.

What is an ultimate tummy tuck?

The full tummy tuck

Also called a traditional or standard tummy tuck, this procedure requires a horizontal incision between the hipbones and often an incision around the umbilicus (belly button). During the surgery, the plastic surgeon tightens the muscles and pulls down the skin over the stomach, removing the excess.

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What they don't tell you about a tummy tuck?

You Might Gain Weight (Temporarily)

Swelling after a tummy tuck won't just affect how your clothing fits. It might also lead to some (temporary) weight gain. You might retain water for a few weeks after the surgery, which can mean that the number on the scale will be higher than usual.

Does a tummy tuck lift the mons pubis?

A tummy tuck doesn't include a pubic lift because it focuses on contouring the belly region, tightening the skin and muscles in your midsection. In some cases, the general trimming and contouring of your midsection can improve your pubic region's general appearance, though that isn't intentional.

Does your waist get smaller after tummy tuck?

A properly performed tummy tuck can reduce your waist size and help you feel confident about your curves again. Some patients may lose many inches off their waist, while others will see more subtle results. It all depends on how much tissue can be removed safely.

How long is bed rest after tummy tuck?

If you have a “mini tummy tuck” with a smaller incision, you'll likely need between one and three weeks of elevated sleeping. On the other hand, full-tummy tuck patients require about four weeks, with six weeks of limiting any strenuous exercise or lifting.

What BMI is too high for tummy tuck?

If Your BMI Is Over 40:

Unfortunately, you are not an ideal candidate for either liposuction or a tummy tuck. In fact, most plastic surgeons are reluctant to take on patients with BMIs over 40 for any kind of procedure, due to the risk of complications discussed above.

What weight should I be to get a tummy tuck?

There's no universal ideal weight range for a tummy tuck

As everyone's body is different, there is no specific number of pounds that a person needs to lose to get a safe and successful tummy tuck.

Why are my thighs bigger after tummy tuck?

During body contouring procedures like a tummy tuck, fat cells are eliminated from the body and cannot return. Because of this, patients may gain weight in other places like the buttocks, legs, arms, and breasts.

Is lipo or tummy tuck better?

Which is Right For Me: a Tummy Tuck or Lipo? If loose skin is a concern for you, a tummy tuck will give you the best results. If you simply have small pockets of fat around your midsection that you'd like to address, liposuction is probably the best option for you.

Do all tummy tucks require new belly button?

As the abdominal skin is pulled down, it will cover the belly button, so a new opening in the skin must be made for the belly button.

Do all tummy tucks need drains?

Drains could become dislodged, cause pain and irritation. Patients were not even allowed to shower while the drains were still in place. Now, tummy tuck surgery and the additional use of liposuction can be performed without using drains.

What is the difference between a tummy tuck and abdominoplasty?

A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty are different names for the same cosmetic surgery to remove excess skin, fat deposits, and muscle tissue in the abdominal area. A tummy tuck is an informal name while abdominoplasty is the scientific one.

How do you sit on the toilet after a tummy tuck?

After a tummy tuck, getting low enough to sit down on the toilet can be difficult and uncomfortable. A toilet seat booster may just be your new best friend. This device can be purchased online and delivered to your home for your convenience.

How long will I walk bent over after a tummy tuck?

How long do you walk hunched over after a tummy tuck? You will need to walk hunched over or bent at the waist for about a week. This helps prevent additional pressure on your incision lines.

Is a tummy tuck similar to a C-section?

In a C-section, an incision is made transecting the abdominal muscles. While a tummy tuck incision is similar to a C-section, the intra abdominal component of the operation is not there. This essentially means that a tummy tuck is less invasive procedure compared to the cesarean section.

How many lbs do you lose after a tummy tuck?

A tummy tuck can result in a weight loss of approximately four pounds. If you opt for a mini truck, you can expect to lose around three pounds of excess skin and fat. If you opt for an extended tuck, you can expect to lose around five pounds of excess skin and fat.

What happens if you gain a lot of weight after tummy tuck?

Gaining a handful of pounds after your procedure won't compromise your final tummy tuck results. You can usually fluctuate within 10 to 15 pounds of your goal weight without any significant issues. However, weight gain over the 15-pound mark can cause skin and abdominal muscles to slowly stretch out of place.

Can your stomach get big again after a tummy tuck?

While minor weight fluctuations among adults are normal, significant weight gain (generally over ten pounds) after a tummy tuck can lead to the accumulation of excess fat in the stomach once again. In addition, stretch marks and loose skin may return, all of which can impact your tummy tuck results.

Does tummy tuck get rid of FUPA?

Get Rid of a FUPA: Tummy Tuck

The definitive way to be completely rid of a FUPA, if you are done having kids, is a Tummy Tuck. During a Tummy Tuck procedure, I cut out the extra skin and fat that makes up the FUPA and I re-suspend that tissue on your abdominal wall.

Why do I have a FUPA after tummy tuck?

Answer: FUPA (Fat Upper Pubic Area) After Tummy Tuck

Now that the curtain had been lifted by way of the tummy tuck, you are now seeing your "fat and puffy" private area that you've always had. The tummy tuck didn't create this fat. Weight gain could also be a culprit.

Does a tummy tuck change your hormones?

Removing fat cells from the abdomen may lead to reduced levels of hormones affecting appetite, which are secreted by fatty tissues.