I had a consult today with a different surgeon. They had two different recommendations for the procedure. One the anchor cut and the other a standard TT. She said she will pull down the skin tight and repair the muscle. She said I have a good hip curve already so the anchor cut wouldn't be needed. The other said with extra skin above my BB, an anchor cut will give a tighter waist. Anyone had a similar situation? Any thoughts would be appreciated.

My PS told me to have the anchor cut (Inverted T) As it would give more waist definition - At the time I was a bit worried about the scar but I am glad I did - He said without it I could look 'boxy'

I am very glad I did but without seeing you - It is hard to tell.

Me before...

And me not long after

Edited January 3, 201511 yr by Scamp

If you look from the front anything like I did - Then I would say go for the Inverted T - My ex said to me 'Well it ain't gonna hurt any more than the normal TT, so why not go for it' He was right (Tho my stomach muscles were not touched due to previous hernia surgery. I had no pain at all! A little bit of tightness making you bend forward for a few days - But no pain.

I am VERY happy I had the Inverted T - I look better bellywise than I ever did in my entire life!

In the end it is your decision, Though I did noticed when I bent forwards the skin hung off me like wax...... It was horrific!

I'd get a third opinion. Also, look at some of the work they've done. I've had lots of plastics in the past 4 months, and I had the lower body lift, so no abdominal scars. I also had breast lift, brachioplasty, and thighplasty, so that's a LOT of scars. I'm happy with it, but I don't love all the scars. I'm glad to not have one up the center of my belly. However, it's a trade off I'd make for better results, if needed.

I think a third opinion as said above is a good idea - I also have had alot of work done (Brachioplasty, breast reduction, inner thighs, outer thighs, butt lift and tummy tuck) So I have loads of scars but now - They are pretty pale, and definitely a trade off for a better result. Personally I have made friends with my scars as they are a part of my journey to find 'the true me' inside the thing I felt I was back then.....

Almost 5yrs on from Op1..... It was definitely worth it to me - Emotionally I feel so much better..... As well as physically, the mental aspect is so important

Good luck!