Do i need to lose weight before i can have a mini tummy tuck? im about 40 lbs. overweight. do i need to lose weight before having a mini tummy tuck, or can i get one now?

If : If you are planning to lose 40 pounds, it is best to do so before having a tummy tuck, even a mini tummy tuck. This will enhance your results and could potentially make your surgery safer.

IT : It is best to be at a stable weight to achieve a longterm result. If you plan on losing weight after the mini tummy tuck, it would be best to do that first. If you plan on gaining weight afterwards, don't do the procedure. Losing the weight is ideal for not only cosmetic reasons but for your overall health and to minimize perioperative risks.

Lose weight first: Once you lose weight you'll have much better result.

Lose First: Patients planning on undergoing any type of body contouring surgery should try to be as close as possible to their long-term stable weight prior to undergoing surgery. Doing so will undoubtedly improves safety and outcome. Most patients who have had pregnancies and/or significant weight loss, benefit much more from full time it took surgery then mini tummy tuck surgery. Best wishes.

Whenever, effects: You can have it whenever, just be aware of the effects of being slightly higher weight than optimal: less 'firm skin' afterwards, slightly higher chance of wound healing issues.

Better to lose wt.: As you lose weight, you'll have more looseness in the tummy skin. Add your surgeon can correct it better for you, at your lighter weight. Plus, the result will look nicer. Think of the tummy tuck as a reward for the hard work of diet and exercise, rather than some sort of "jump start".