Abdominoplasty in Gangnam – Can sagging belly from repeated yo-yo dieting be solved? | Lesarts Plastic Surgery
Patient Registration Info
| Age | Weight | Height | BMI |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30s |
57kg |
158cm |
23 |
Surgical site
Abdomen, M-Type, Rectus Muscle Plication, Umbilical Correction
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Even after achieving weight loss
through diet, the results do not always
bring the level of satisfaction expected.
When weight loss is significant or
yo-yo effects occur, the skin often
fails to return to its original elasticity,
leading to new forms of discomfort.
Sagging skin or weakened abdominal wall
are concerns that cannot be corrected
through diet alone. For this reason,
many patients seek help at
plastic surgery clinics to find solutions.
The patient we present today
successfully reached her weight-loss goal,
yet struggled with loose skin and
body contour problems that remained,
which led her to visit Lesarts Plastic Surgery
for treatment.
This patient in his 30s maintained
a stable weight through steady exercise
and diet control.
However, repeated yo-yo effects
prevented the abdominal skin
from regaining elasticity.
As a result, loose skin remained,
especially around the lower abdomen.
Because the sagging extended across
the entire abdomen and into the flanks,
even slightly fitted clothing emphasized
an unflattering waistline,
causing ongoing stress in daily life.
Since this type of abdominal sagging
cannot be improved through exercise
or dieting alone, the patient visited
Lesarts Plastic Surgery
to undergo abdominoplasty.
Through consultation, we confirmed
that the patient’s abdominal skin sagging
was significantly progressed,
particularly in the lower abdomen,
where gravity caused the skin and fat
to hang downward and form folds.
From the front view, the skin below the navel
dropped vertically, blurring the waistline.
From the side view, the lack of elasticity
created a drooping bulge,
making the upper body look heavier.
No distinct rectus diastasis was observed.
Therefore, we established the following
surgical plan to correct the sagging abdomen:
1.M-Type Abdominoplasty
Since sagging extended across the full abdomen,
we planned M-type abdominoplasty to lift
even the upper abdominal skin,
restoring a firmer contour.
2.Anterior Abdominal Liposuction
Although the overall fat volume was small,
we added targeted liposuction in the anterior abdomen
to refine surface irregularities
and smooth the waistline.
Now, let’s review the 5-month comparison photos
after abdominoplasty to observe
the degree of transformation.
Before abdominoplasty,
the area below the navel showed sagging,
with skin folding downward.
The shape of the belly button
was also deformed, and the waistline
appeared widened, creating a dull impression
in the upper body.
At 5 months after abdominoplasty,
the sagging abdominal skin was lifted,
and the navel’s shape and position
settled into a stable, well-defined contour.
Before abdominoplasty,
the lower abdominal skin sagged forward,
creating a rolled-out protrusion.
This made the upper body appear heavy
and the overall balance disrupted.
After abdominal lifting,
these balance issues improved.
The discomfort of skin overlapping
or bulging under clothing disappeared,
and the waistline that had looked widened
was restored into a natural curve.
The upper body silhouette became lighter,
more refined, and harmoniously proportioned.
Before abdominoplasty,
the side view showed a clear protrusion
caused by stretched abdominal skin.
After surgery, this concern was firmly corrected,
resolving the sagging and bulging
that had been the patient’s greatest worry.
The result provided a high level of satisfaction.
Although the overall body correction
is already visible to the eye,
at the 5-month stage, residual swelling remains
and scar recovery still requires
a longer healing period.
By receiving an accurate diagnosis
based on body condition and healing capacity,
and creating a customized surgical plan
through thorough consultation,
patients can expect more natural
and stable improvements over time.
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