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Cost of Mini Tuck (Skin Removal Only)?

asked 1 year ago by Olympia4403 in Olympia, WA
Latest answer by Vivek Bansal, MD
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Tags: age 25-34, 110-129 lbs, 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in, costs

Hi, i am 30, had 3 kids. I am very fit,110lbs and 5'2 work out a lot. My issue is the excess skin under my belly bottom after my 3rd child.I have no need for lipo at all (so the doctors say) but ineed for excess skin removal(thats wht i say). Bottom line is that every doctor charges me for a ''full tummytuck'' and i feel under pressure. Is it possible to lower the price at all? Dr of first choice would pull down just the skin(no new belly bottom) and tuck it right at bikini line.Cost $6500

8 answers to Cost of Mini Tuck (Skin Removal Only)?

Mini Tummy Tuck

The cost is in line with those done here in our area of CA. This will vary some, but this is reasonable. Here, a full TT ranges from 9K to 15K, depending on size and length of incision. Also, the amount of muscle repair needed for correction. Hopefully, your doctor of choice is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.

Vivek Bansal, MD
Danville Plastic Surgeon

Mini or full tummy tuck?

Thank you for the question and picture. Based on your history and picture I think you will benefit from a full tummy tuck operation as opposed to a mini 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... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Mini-tummy tuck success

It appears from your photo that there is some loose skin above the belly-button as well as below. Here at our office, a mini-tuck would address everything and anything below the belly-button, the loose skin above would not be addressed. There really is no difference in the length of the scar nor the length of recovery. I would re-examine your expected results and proceed with the doctor that you feel will best meet those expectations.

Theodore Diktaban, MD
Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon

Mini-Tummy Tuck

The fees for a mini-tummy tuck will vary based on a number of factors including your geographical location, the skill level of the surgeon, time needed, etc. You should consult with a reputable board certified plastic surgeon in your area. Best wishes!

Christine Sullivan, MD
Columbus Plastic Surgeon

Mini tuck

I think you have to weigh results vs price I think a mini tuck combined with lipo Would get you to a more desired results You are young and your skin should retract well

Edward J. Bednar, MD
Charlotte Plastic Surgeon

Mini tuck good for few patients

As Dr. Ward notes the looseness above your belly button would not be helped with a lower abdominal mini-tuck. If you do the mini-tuck you will likely be unhappy with the mini-result. A full skin tummy tuck, without the muscle tightening, would probably give you a dramatic improvement. The difference in cost between a full skin tummy tuck (with a "new" belly button") and a mini-tuck is actually smaller than you might think. Good luck!

Victor Au, MD
Chapel Hill Plastic Surgeon

Mini tummy tuck vs full tummy tuck

A more limited or "mini" tummy tuck could be considered in your case depending on the degree of result you are looking for. Such a procedure will require an incision nearly as long as a formal abdominoplasty, but will only tighten and improve skin appearance below the belly button, leaving the skin immediately above the belly button and in the upper abdomen still loose. This may or may not meet your expectations. Obviously, no liposuction is required , but a muscle plication may... more

David A. Bottger, MD
Philadelphia Plastic Surgeon

Mini or Full Tummy Tuck

Hard to say for sure from a photograph, but it looks like you have some loose skin above the navel (as well as below it). A mini-tuck wouldn't correct that and could possibly result in a "hooded" look to the navel. From your photo, you look like a good candidate for the full tummy tuck. Your decision is whether to have the less expensive procedure that doesn't completely correct the problem or the pricier, full procedure that probably would.

James W. Ward, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

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