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HI, I'm very new in the lap band process so I'm not even close to deciding whether or not I need a Tummy Tuck. But, I was curious of those who have had one. How many more inches do you typically loose from your waist? Is it a significant amount or is it more just removing the skin?

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HI, I'm very new in the lap band process so I'm not even close to deciding whether or not I need a Tummy Tuck. But, I was curious of those who have had one. How many more inches do you typically loose from your waist? Is it a significant amount or is it more just removing the skin?

Hi:

I was 49 years old when I had my tummy tuck. I had lost almost 150 pounds and I had alot of loose skin on my abdomen. Gravity made my loose skin drop low, so when I did have my tummy tuck it didn't make much difference on my waist size, more of a difference on my hips because the fallen excess skin wasn't there anymore. I have a picture on my profile page that shows the difference.

Best wishes to you.

Sue

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I also lost alot - 131lbs (I was 262lbs) and my TT didn't change my waist size much - if at all - As all the skin I had taken off was empty as I was at goal when I started. I am exactly half my starting weight now :) Though I can wear smaller clothes cos I don't hafta have space for the skin....

Pics....

Before.....

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And after...

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Good Luck to you

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Great results. How sexy you must feel. I am currently at 197 size 16 and want get to 185 before I start my cosmetic journey. I have a big time apron and can't wait. I'm getting the procedure that goes all around the body. I hope my results look as good as yours!!!!

Thanks for sharing your private pictures!!!!

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Great results. How sexy you must feel. I am currently at 197 size 16 and want get to 185 before I start my cosmetic journey. I have a big time apron and can't wait. I'm getting the procedure that goes all around the body. I hope my results look as good as yours!!!!

Thanks for sharing your private pictures!!!!

I had my plastic surgery done on Sept. 19 after weight loss of 70 pounds with another 20 to go. I had the wedge done as the surgeon didn't want to cut up my middle for fear of messing with lap band position. I had what is called the wedge which is where they cut you from hip bone to hip bone and take the apron off. If I had to redo this I would go for the whole TT, but I am satisfied with what I had at my age. I went from a size 16 to 14 pants!

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I had something similarish in June and am happy the scars are now starting to fade. Remember to give it time and be patient.

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