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Are Hip Bulges or Muffin Top Common After a Full Tummy Tuck?
The issue of prominent hip bulges is that a tummy tuck or abdominplasty addresses the anterior area of the abdomen, not the sides. This means that the improvmeent on the abdomen can actually highlight the hips. Typically, in our Bay Area practice, we address this issue and discuss ways to treat it either at the same time or at a second surgery. The most common way we improve the flanks is with liposuctuon. Be sure to talk to your plastic surgeon about the entire mid section to avoid the muffin top problem. I hope this helps!
Clinical Context
A tummy tuck reshapes the front of the abdomen but doesn't address fat along the hips or flanks. Because the belly looks flatter afterward, the hips can appear more prominent by comparison, even though nothing has actually changed there. Liposuction of the flanks and hips, done during the same surgery or as a later procedure, can create a smoother, more balanced waistline. Your surgeon can help decide the best timing based on your anatomy and goals.
