I am 8 weeks post op. My dr gave me a mini tummy tuck instead of a full like we discussed. I still have sagging skin above my belly button and he didn't tighten my upper abdomen. Can I now get a full tummy tuck like I wanted the first time? And how long do I have to wait?
Answer: Tummy tuck conversion From your description it sounds like a standard tummy tuck would have been a better option for you. Yes you can convert a mini tummy tuck into a standard tuck. You will need to be evaluated, but you will likely need to wait three to six months from your original surgery before having the standard tummy tuck.
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Answer: Tummy tuck conversion From your description it sounds like a standard tummy tuck would have been a better option for you. Yes you can convert a mini tummy tuck into a standard tuck. You will need to be evaluated, but you will likely need to wait three to six months from your original surgery before having the standard tummy tuck.
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April 17, 2016
Answer: Unhappy with mini TT It is possible to convert mini abdominoplasty into a full abdominoplasty to improve result. However, it is always better to wait at least 3-6 months before new surgery to let swelling and other sings of postoperative inflammation disappear and normal circulation return to injured tissues. When your condition is more stable you should discuss result and options for improvement with your plastic surgeon. Second opinion consult may be needed occasionally. Good luck.
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April 17, 2016
Answer: Unhappy with mini TT It is possible to convert mini abdominoplasty into a full abdominoplasty to improve result. However, it is always better to wait at least 3-6 months before new surgery to let swelling and other sings of postoperative inflammation disappear and normal circulation return to injured tissues. When your condition is more stable you should discuss result and options for improvement with your plastic surgeon. Second opinion consult may be needed occasionally. Good luck.
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April 11, 2016
Answer: Full tummy tuck after undergoing a mini tuck is possible Hi jackietoone. It is possible to proceed with a full tuck after undergoing a mini after at least 3 months interval if there has been an uncomplicated healing course. You would be at increased risk for wound healing issues afterwards, so optimize your chances with good preoperative nutrition, no smoking or second hand smoke exposure, activity restrictions, etc. There may be an option to remove the skin around the belly button without undergoing a full tuck, so be sure to consult with an ABPS certified PS and relay your concerns to them. Good luck!
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April 11, 2016
Answer: Full tummy tuck after undergoing a mini tuck is possible Hi jackietoone. It is possible to proceed with a full tuck after undergoing a mini after at least 3 months interval if there has been an uncomplicated healing course. You would be at increased risk for wound healing issues afterwards, so optimize your chances with good preoperative nutrition, no smoking or second hand smoke exposure, activity restrictions, etc. There may be an option to remove the skin around the belly button without undergoing a full tuck, so be sure to consult with an ABPS certified PS and relay your concerns to them. Good luck!
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April 9, 2016
Answer: Converting mini tuck to full tummy tuck It may be possible to convert a mini to a full, but there may be other less invasive options as well. Often the skin removal when converting a mini to a full would be quite large and disruptive.For many patients, an in-between option exists to tighten the skin above the umbilicus without having to remove all of the skin between the mini tuck incision and the umbilicus. This could avoid a long and high incision, and allow use of the old incision as well.
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April 9, 2016
Answer: Converting mini tuck to full tummy tuck It may be possible to convert a mini to a full, but there may be other less invasive options as well. Often the skin removal when converting a mini to a full would be quite large and disruptive.For many patients, an in-between option exists to tighten the skin above the umbilicus without having to remove all of the skin between the mini tuck incision and the umbilicus. This could avoid a long and high incision, and allow use of the old incision as well.
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April 8, 2016
Answer: Converting a mini to a full tummy tuck There are several variations on tummy tucks and there should be clear communication about the plan. It may be possible to convert from a mini to a full tummy tuck, but without pictures it is difficult to advise. You will need to wait a few months in any case.
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April 8, 2016
Answer: Converting a mini to a full tummy tuck There are several variations on tummy tucks and there should be clear communication about the plan. It may be possible to convert from a mini to a full tummy tuck, but without pictures it is difficult to advise. You will need to wait a few months in any case.
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