i had a mini t.tuck ,i still have crinkly skin over the belly button,protrusion under the belly button,one can grab handfuls of flesh,it really bothers me,the mini t.tuck used the same scar from my c-section.i was told i need a full t.tuck making a whole new scar only higher! and...in addition i would have a 2 to 3 inch straight up and down scar to fix to belly button...i heal beautifully the scar from the mini is almost invisible..yet i love the low placement ..their has to be another way...
Answer: Mini Tummy Tuck vs Full Tummy Tuck
Loose skin above the belly button is an indication for a full tummy tuck. With the mini tummy tuck the belly button is not detached, so the skin above it cannot be tightened. While the skin (and muscle) below the belly button can be tightened with a mini tummy tuck, about twice as much skin can be removed with a full tummy tuck. This provides enhanced tightening that can improve abdominal skin laxity all the way up to the ribs.
Usually to scar for mini and full tummy tucks is at the same level. The length of the scar is determined by how much skin is removed and how wide the removal, and not by the technique. Since mini tummy tucks are usually removing less skin, the scar is usually smaller.
A hybrid technique is available, sometimes called an umbilical float. This allows for repositioning the belly button lower on the abdomen to tighten slightly loose skin above the belly button. Since the umbilical stalk is cut with this technique, it can cause problems if a full tummy tuck is desired in the future.
The best way to determine which tummy tuck technique is right for you is to get a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who does many tummy tucks. Second opinions can also be helpful when there is some debate over what will work, or you are not comfortable with the plan.
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Loose skin above the belly button is an indication for a full tummy tuck. With the mini tummy tuck the belly button is not detached, so the skin above it cannot be tightened. While the skin (and muscle) below the belly button can be tightened with a mini tummy tuck, about twice as much skin can be removed with a full tummy tuck. This provides enhanced tightening that can improve abdominal skin laxity all the way up to the ribs.
Usually to scar for mini and full tummy tucks is at the same level. The length of the scar is determined by how much skin is removed and how wide the removal, and not by the technique. Since mini tummy tucks are usually removing less skin, the scar is usually smaller.
A hybrid technique is available, sometimes called an umbilical float. This allows for repositioning the belly button lower on the abdomen to tighten slightly loose skin above the belly button. Since the umbilical stalk is cut with this technique, it can cause problems if a full tummy tuck is desired in the future.
The best way to determine which tummy tuck technique is right for you is to get a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who does many tummy tucks. Second opinions can also be helpful when there is some debate over what will work, or you are not comfortable with the plan.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Revisional Surgery: Full Abdominoplasty The majority of patents who present for abdomioplasty following pregnancy require a full abdominoplasty. It’s not unusual for patients to desire a lesser procedure, but they are often unhappy with results of mini abdomioplasty. This procedure has limited applications and should be used only when the primary anatomic deformity is located beneath the level of the umbilicus. When the primary deformity is located at this level mini abdomioplasty gives excellent results. Unfortunately the procedure is often utilized when greater anatomic deformities exist. When this occurs, it’s not unusual for patients to require secondary revisional surgery. Based on your history it appears that you have residual excess skin above your umbilicus. This has caused the crinkly skin you describe. Although it’s impossible to know exactly what you need without performing a physical examination, it appears that a full abdominoplasty is indicated. This procedure would convert your mini abdomioplasty to a full abdominoplasty with umbilical transposition. It might also require a small vertical scar in the lower abdomen to address the previous site of your umbilicus. It’s important that you discuss these issues with your plastic surgeon. Your surgeon should be able to help develop a treatment plan that’s appropriate for you.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Revisional Surgery: Full Abdominoplasty The majority of patents who present for abdomioplasty following pregnancy require a full abdominoplasty. It’s not unusual for patients to desire a lesser procedure, but they are often unhappy with results of mini abdomioplasty. This procedure has limited applications and should be used only when the primary anatomic deformity is located beneath the level of the umbilicus. When the primary deformity is located at this level mini abdomioplasty gives excellent results. Unfortunately the procedure is often utilized when greater anatomic deformities exist. When this occurs, it’s not unusual for patients to require secondary revisional surgery. Based on your history it appears that you have residual excess skin above your umbilicus. This has caused the crinkly skin you describe. Although it’s impossible to know exactly what you need without performing a physical examination, it appears that a full abdominoplasty is indicated. This procedure would convert your mini abdomioplasty to a full abdominoplasty with umbilical transposition. It might also require a small vertical scar in the lower abdomen to address the previous site of your umbilicus. It’s important that you discuss these issues with your plastic surgeon. Your surgeon should be able to help develop a treatment plan that’s appropriate for you.
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December 11, 2015
Answer: Mini or full tummy tuck?
In my opinion, the mini tummy talk is an operation that produces very limited results and is very rarely indicated. It involves a shorter incision but does not address the majority of the abdominal wall issues present for most patients who present consultation. For example, the area of skin excised is quite small. The abdominal wall musculature is addressed below the umbilicus leaving the upper number wall potentially lax. The appearance of the umbilicus is not necessarily addressed sufficiently.
For most patients who have had pregnancies and/or weight loss a full abdominoplasty is necessary to achieve the desired results. Of course, there are downsides (including a longer scar and probably a longer recovery time) but for most patients the benefits outweigh the downsides. It is not unusual to see patients who've had mini tummy tuck surgery present for revisionary surgery.
It is important to work with a well experienced board-certified plastic surgeon to obtain advice (based on good ethics and judgment) to improve your chances of a successful outcome and minimize the need for further surgery.
I hope this helps.
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Answer: Mini or full tummy tuck?
In my opinion, the mini tummy talk is an operation that produces very limited results and is very rarely indicated. It involves a shorter incision but does not address the majority of the abdominal wall issues present for most patients who present consultation. For example, the area of skin excised is quite small. The abdominal wall musculature is addressed below the umbilicus leaving the upper number wall potentially lax. The appearance of the umbilicus is not necessarily addressed sufficiently.
For most patients who have had pregnancies and/or weight loss a full abdominoplasty is necessary to achieve the desired results. Of course, there are downsides (including a longer scar and probably a longer recovery time) but for most patients the benefits outweigh the downsides. It is not unusual to see patients who've had mini tummy tuck surgery present for revisionary surgery.
It is important to work with a well experienced board-certified plastic surgeon to obtain advice (based on good ethics and judgment) to improve your chances of a successful outcome and minimize the need for further surgery.
I hope this helps.
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January 31, 2011
Answer: Mini tummy tuck results can be disappointing
Looks like you needed a full tummy tuck. Mini tummy tucks do not treat skin laxity above the belly button, which you clearly have.
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Answer: Mini tummy tuck results can be disappointing
Looks like you needed a full tummy tuck. Mini tummy tucks do not treat skin laxity above the belly button, which you clearly have.
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January 9, 2011
Answer: Loose skin after mini tummy tuck: treat with eitjher a full or reverse tummy tuk
A full tummy tuck with short vertical scar is likely your best option to control loose skin after mini tummy tuck. A reverse tummy tuck is another option but would create a whole new scar and may be more difficult to hide.
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Answer: Loose skin after mini tummy tuck: treat with eitjher a full or reverse tummy tuk
A full tummy tuck with short vertical scar is likely your best option to control loose skin after mini tummy tuck. A reverse tummy tuck is another option but would create a whole new scar and may be more difficult to hide.
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