Although it is less complex the mini tummy tuck acts on three anatomical levels just like the full tummy tuck:
A mini tummy tuck is more
beneficial than a full tummy tuck if there is a small excess of skin above the
pubic area or under the navel. Generally, liposculpture is performed in the
abdomen and the excess sub-umbilical skin is simply removed. The incision is
suprapubic and does not overflow on the sides and the scar can easily be hidden
like a C-section scar.
A mini tummy tuck may be
performed standalone or in combination with other procedures, such as
liposuction or breast augmentation.
Anyone who has a limited level of stubborn fat and excess skin in the area under the belly button has realistic expectations from the procedure.
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The mini tummy tuck is a type
of tummy tuck that only treats mild sagging of the abdomen, found only below
the navel. The amount of skin removed is more moderate, as it only affects a part
of the skin below the navel.
A mini tummy tuck will not be
able to treat an excess of skin located above the navel. In this case, a
conventional abdominoplasty will be necessary.
The first step of your mini tummy tuck process is the online consultation where our specialist will ask you some questions to define your problems and try to learn your complaints. The objective of this stage is to make sure whether you are a suitable candidate for a mini tummy tuck or you need additional treatment.
Your health history, allergies, medications you use and your previous surgeries are the most important data to determine the most appropriate treatment plan for you at this stage. The photos or test results are also very useful to understand your current status and also eligibility.
After it is decided that you are a good candidate for the mini tummy tuck procedure, we start to arrange the best treatment plan for you. We will share a list of clinics and surgeons created according to your criteria. After you select one of them, we start to arrange the schedule.
When you arrive at the clinic, you will have a face-to-face consultation with your mini tummy tuck surgeon. He or she will ask you some questions to understand your expectations and concerns and also make you understand what you should expect from your treatment.
Your surgeon and your clinic together will explain and instruct everything you need to know about your treatment process to make you feel comfortable and relaxed.
Before the surgical process begins, your surgeon will conduct some necessary preliminary examinations to make sure that you are in acceptable health status for the surgery. Every patient is required to undergo medical tests to ensure that nothing can hinder the success of the procedure and if any risk is detected, surgeons start to eliminate them first.
The
mini tummy tuck surgery is performed
under mild general anesthesia and it generally lasts 1 to 2 hours.
After the anesthesia is applied, the surgeon makes an incision above the pubis and the skin is raised above the navel on each side. The navel remains intact, no incision is made there. If the muscles under the skin are loose or separated, they will be tightened or brought together by stitches.
The excess skin is then
pulled down, and the amount to be removed is determined. The incision is closed
with absorbable and minimal sutures. Then a light dressing is applied.
Which
One Should I Choose: A Mini Tummy Tuck and Full Tummy Tuck?
A mini tummy tuck is a better choice for people at normal body weight, with just small lower belly fat. However, if you have excess fat and excess saggy skin above your belly button, you'll need a full tummy tuck.
Who
Can Benefit from A Mini Tummy Tuck?
Anyone who suffers from a sagging lower abdomen:
What
Are the Preoperative Instructions of Mini Tummy Tuck?
Preoperative instructions common to cosmetic surgery:
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