Tummy Tuck Question

Are better results achieved with the Anchor Cut versus the standard across the lower stomach cut?  Just curious on which is the better one?

Thanks!


DW

I think it all depends on where your skin hangs.  My doc didn't decide to do the anchor until I was under (we discussed it prior).  He wasn't sure if I had enough skin hanging on the sides to warrant it.  He ended up doing it, because he knew I wanted the best results for me.  I do not care about the scar either.  I think you should discuss this with your doc to see if it would be good for you.

I also had more skin above the belly button than below it.  He said it would help with that as well.  It was the thick skin too.  I thought it was fat too.  He assured it was skin. 

Erica

Thanks for your reply.

Yes, discuss it with your surgeon.  I didn't have the much loose skin above the belly button so no anchor really necessary.  It depends on the amount of looseness & where- above or below the button. 

I totally agree with Erica. My Dr was not sure he was going to do the anchor either until the time of surgery. I had a lot of upper belly fat and the anchor gave me the best result. I would discuss with your Dr and make sure he understands that you are OK with having that scar. Mine was hesitant to do the anchor because of the scar until I assured him I'd rather have the scar and less belly fat! I assured him that this body ain't gonna be looking for no bikini! LOL