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Alternatives to Tummy Tuck

Plastic surgery such as a tummy tuck is not only invasive, but may not always be necessary for some individuals. If you only have a bit of excess weight (no more than ten pounds) or moderately loose skin, there are other alternatives to diminish the appearance of the tummy pooch.

  1. Liposuction

    • This is a procedure that can minimize the appearance of excessive fat. However, if you have loose skin, getting liposuction may not be the best option since it can increase the look of sagging skin.

    Body Thermage

    • Thermage uses a technique (radio frequency energy) to lift and tighten loose skin. It is a non-surgical, non-evasive procedure.

    Titan

    • Titan uses infrared light sources to tighten the skin. It is has drastic results in patients who are not overweight.

    Mini Tummy Tuck

    • A mini tummy tuck is a surgery performed only on the lower abdomen, due to elasticity loss. It is a procedure most chosen amongst women who have had more than one pregnancy.

    Shapewear

    • Shapewear such as SPANX is good for contouring the waist and tummy, but is only good for the appearance of looking slimmer.

    Considerations

    • Since a tummy tuck is a major surgical procedure, the safest options would be either using shapewear or doing non-invasive procedures such as Titan or Body Thermage.

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