Hi Carlipu88! In my experience, most patients are not candidates for mini tummy tuck. Everyone likes the word "mini" in front of their proposed procedure, but oftentimes, their problems aren't "mini". Having said that, the indications for mini tummy tuck are: 1. Minimal to no... more
Mini Tummy Tuck for stretch marks?
I developed stretch marks from just bellow my belly button and below after my first pregnancy my skin isn't that loose yet, however, I do have a bit of a pot belly and if I lie down a little skin sinks in my belly buton. Do you think a Mini tummy tuck will get rid of my stretch marks below my belly button, and how much skin is removed with this proceudre?
2 answers to “Mini Tummy Tuck for stretch marks?”
A: Mini Tummy Tuck
Cant really say without seeing pics. A mini tuck takes out minimal skin and will leave stretch marks behind if the marks extend up to the belly button. You need to be examined by a board certified plastic surgeon or maybe if you post some pictures up here we would be able to comment better. Good luck.
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