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What is a Mini Tummy Tuck?

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Mini tummy tuck description

A few years ago, the only options were a mini tummy tuck or a full tummy tuck. Technically, a mini tummy tuck tightens the skin and often the deep layer (fascia) below the belly button. While this is a nice procedure for women who have C-section scarring and irregularities and very little loose skin, it is not for every patient. A mini tuck, if performed on a woman who also has upper abdominal fascial weakness, can yield a "mini tummy look", where the lower abdomen is flat but the... more

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Brent Moelleken, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

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Mini vs Full Tummy Tuck

Gillian The mini tummy tuck removes less than half of the skin and fat between the umbilicus (belly button) and the pubic mons. If the muscle layer is stretched out, this layer can also be repaired. The mini tummy tuck scar length can vary based on the patient's pelvis width, but usually it is 6 to 12 inches long. I think many patients are not good candidates for the mini-tummy tuck because, although they want a smaller scar and smaller price, the operation just does not allow for full... more

Daniel Reichner, MD

Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon

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Mini-abdominoplasty is a smaller version of Abdominoplasty

Gillian, Basically, mini-abdominoplasty is a smaller version of abdominoplasty. In mini-abdominoplasty, the extra skin between your belly button and your mons pubis is excised. Occasionally, liposuction is also performed at the same time. The incision is usually just as long as a traditional abdominoplasty. The difference with the abdominoplasty is that the dissection is taken around the belly button all the way up to your costal margin (ribs) and a new belly button is created. At the... more

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David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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Mini-Tummy Tuck works great in carefully selected patients

Mini-abdominoplasty is a procedure I have been performing more frequently. It is a great surgery for selected individuals. It combines the best of all worlds, by allowing correction of the lax abdominal wall, which all women who have experienced pregnancy suffer from. In addition, the umbilicus (belly button) is left undisturbed with no scar and the transverse lower scar can be placed lower than with a full tummy tuck and is slightly shorter. This surgery, in combination with appropriate... more

Sam M Sukkar, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

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There are very few good candidates for mini abdominoplasty

I find that very few women are good candidates for mini abdominoplasties. Most women ask about a 'mini tummy tuck' because they want a smaller procedure with a smaller scar. However, what most women do not realize is that usually a mini tummy tuck will only address a small almount of skin on the lower abdomen, and usually will only tighten the lower abdominal muscles. If you are concerned about excess skin on the upper abdomen, especially when you sit down, then you will likely be unhappy... more

Sanjay Grover MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon

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Benefits of a Mini-Abdominoplasty, Mini Tummy Tuck

A mini-abdominoplasty is a cosmetic procedure performed under anesthesia to reduce the skin and subcutaneous tissue in the lower abdomen. In this procedure, an incision is made in the lower abdomen and the excess skin is removed in the area below the belly button. In many cases, the abdominal fascia below the belly button is also tightened with sutures. The procedure is done in females that have solid muscle tone in the area above the belly button.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Mini Tummy Tuck vs Full Tummy Tuck

The nature of the tummy tuck surgery that will best suit each patient is determined during the consultation and is based on the physical examination. For all patients, I draw the proposed incisions on their body with a skin marker (it washes off easily) so that it is clear what the nature of the resulting surgical scars will be. I also outline liposuction areas if that is part of the surgical plan. In some people, the abdominal skin will contract after delivery and maintain a great deal of... more

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Michael Law, MD

Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

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A mini tummy tuck is a very select operation for a...

A mini tummy tuck is a very select operation for a specific group of patients. The procedure employs a shorter incision than a full tummy tuck. This small area is removed to flatten the lower abdomen. Sometimes the muscles are tightened in the lower abdomen as well. This is usually for a patient who has a small amount of skin laxity and fat in their lower abdomen. Usually the belly button is not moved. However, most patients that I see for abdominal laxity warrant having a full tummy... more

Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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What is a mini tummy tuck?

A mini tummy tuck removes less skin than a fully tummy tuck and does not reposition the umbilicus. The scar is shorter and the recovery time is shorter. It is the perfect surgery for a woman whose excess skin is limited to the lower abdomen. If there are significant issues in the mid or upper abdomen than a mini tummy tuck would not be adequate.

Robert Heck, MD

Columbus Plastic Surgeon

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Mini vs full tummy tuck

Hello, The fundamental difference between mini vs full tummy tuck is the belly button. In a full tummy tuck the belly button is cored out and re-inset through a new area in the abdominal skin after the skin is brought down. A mini tummy tuck leaves the belly button attached to the surrounding skin. A true mini tummy tuck just removes a small amount of skin near the pubic bone and keeps the incision very short. All the best, Dr Repta

Remus Repta, MD

Phoenix Plastic Surgeon

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Mini Tummy Tuck

The Mini Tuck targets the lower abdomen only. Candidates for the Mini-TT need to be very carefully evaluated, both with regard to their anatomy and their expectations. Best candidates should be content with their upper abdomen (as well as belly button) and have isolated stretching of the lower abdomen. The incision length for the Mini is not as mini as often thought - usually similar to, or longer than, a C-section scar. For the lenght of scar, the... more

Stephan Baker, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon

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Mini tummy tucks are a rare version of the tummy tuck

Because you need to have a great upper abdomen (no loose skin, tight muscles) to be a candidate for a miniTT and because most people after pregnancy have issues both below AND above the umbilicus, the mini is a rare form of TT. Most patients would like to be told they are good candidates for one byt the truth is that most are not.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon

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What is a Mini Tummy Tuck?

Tummy tuck or abdominoplasty typically includes removal of excess lower abdominal skin and tightening of the abdominal wall muscles often with liposuction of the flanks. A mini tummy tuck refers to a lesser tummy tuck procedure where only the excess lower abdominal skin is removed in cases where the abdominal muscles and the abdominal wall are already tight. A mini tummy tuck can also refer to a tummy tuck that only tightens the abdominal mucles sometimes using a short incision... more

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Fredrick A. Valauri, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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Mini tummy tuck is less invasive than traditional abdominoplasty...

A Mini tummy tuck is less invasive than traditional abdominoplasty. A Mini tummy tuck is an excellent option for people who have a small amount of abdominal skin to be removed and loose muscles below the umbilicus. Unlike traditional tummy tuck, the surgeon usually does not have to reposition the naval during the procedure so the healing is quicker. Usually only a small percentage of the population is a good candidate for this procedure, though. Consult your... more

Shain A. Cuber, MD

Marlboro Plastic Surgeon

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Mini Tummy-tucks

A mini tummy-tuck generally refers to surgey that tightens the lower abdominal skin while leaving the navel intact. It often involves the use of liposuction in the lower and possibly upper abdomen, as well as the hip area at times. It does not treat loose skin above the navel. When we can use this procedure, my patients usually recover more quickly and have a shorter, lower abdominal scar.

Mario Loomis, MD

Middletown Plastic Surgeon

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Mini tummy tuck

A mini-abdominonplasty may be appropriate for patients with excess skin and bulging that is limited to the area below the belly button. These patients often have a relatively long torso and flat upper abdomen. This procedure can be accomplished through an incision much smaller than that used for a standard abdominoplasty but only tightens the skin of the lower abdomen with tightening of the abdominal muscle performed with an endoscope. The belly button is usually not repositioned; if the... more

Jaime Perez MD

Tampa Plastic Surgeon

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Mini Tuck - combine with Smartlipo, a better approach.

A "mini-tuck" is a less-invasive form of a tummy-tuck. It is removal of skin and fat below the umbilicus (belly button), and tightening of the muscles-fascia in that area. An improved approach is to treat the remaining area in the abdomen with Smartlipo (or liposuction) if there are fat deposits in the upper abdomen and hip area. this gives a much improved contour and definition to the waist area.

J. Vicente P. Poblete, MD

Cleveland Plastic Surgeon

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Mini Tummy Tuck

A mini Tummy Tuck utilizes smaller incisions and less undermining to perform the surgery. You will tradeoff some ability to sculpt large abdomens for less scars, easier (faster and less painful) healing, and less risk. It is important during the consultation process for a board certified plastic surgeon and patient to understand the patient's goals and lifestyle in order to understand where in the spectrum from a minimal tummy tuck to a full tummy tuck that a surgeon... more

Kris M. Reddy, MD

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

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A mini tummy tuck is different than a tummy tuck

Basically- a mini tummy tuck removes skin excess that is limited to the region below the belly button. It does not address skin laxity above the belly button. If you have skin laxity up there, then you need a standard tummy tuck. There is no way around this issue. The belly button can be 'floated' a couple of centimeters, which can help with very minimal skin laxity above the belly button, but most surgeons I know have regretted doing this procedure instead of a standard tummy... more

Scott Sattler, MD

Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

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Mini Tummy Tuck

The mini tummy tuck procedures usually means a smaller incision, minimal or no muscle tightening (rectus plication), leaving the belly button in place on the skin, and minimal undermining of the tissue. In addition to a smaller scar, the recovery is usually much less than with a traditional tummy tuck. This procedure is good for patients who are relatively thin with stretch marks and loose abdominal skin.

John Burns, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

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The difference between a mini tummy tuck and a regular tummy tuck

In our practice, like each of our patients, every tummy tuck is different. When we assess the patient, we evaluate the quality and position of their muscle, fat, and overlying skin. We then create a personalized treatment plan that will treat each structure appropriately. As each person has different qualities for each structure, each person will receive a slightly different tummy tuck. In our practice we commonly refer to a mini tummy tuck as a tummy tuck that may or may not require... more

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B. Pat Pazmino, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon

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Scaled down surgery

A mini tummy tuck is a scaled down version of a full tummy tuck. It generally involves less surgery lower down on the abdomen and no movement of the belly button. The women who benefit by the operation are relatively few. I used to do more of them but found with time that most women were better off with a more involved procedure. The results are simply better. Best Regards.

John P. Di Saia, MD

Orange Plastic Surgeon

Mini-tummy tuck versus Full Tummy tuck

A mini-tummy tuck is used to remove some stretch marks, excess skin, and some fat from the lower part of the abdomen. It does not typically address anything from the upper part of the abdomen. The incision is usually smaller and can be hidden under your undergarments. The other difference between a full tummy tuck and a mini-tummy tuck is that the belly button is typically altered or moved.

Ankit Desai, MD

Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon

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Rare are the good candidates for mini tummy tucks

Everyone wants a small scar, and it would be nice not to have to mess with the umbilicus (belly button). However most women that are bothered enough by their abdomens to be seeking out my help usually are better served with a standard tummy tuck including full muscle tightening and removal of all the intraumbilical skin and fat. Once in a while, comes along the perfect mini tummy tuck candidate: someone with a c-section pouch, little muscle laxity, possibly with plans for more kids in the... more

Marwan R. Khalifeh, MD

Chevy Chase Plastic Surgeon

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Mini Tummy Tuck

A mini-tummy tuck is best suited for those women who have a small degree of lower abdominal excess. The produre uses a shorter incision to remove this loose and excess abdominal tissue. Often the abdominal muscles are not tightened. The procedure does little for upper abdominal excess. Thus it is not suited for every patient and results in limied improvement.