I am Almost 6 months out from a mini tuck (floating bellybutton) with full muscle repair. My belly button looks weird like it’s pulled to the left a little and I have A lump on my upper left side where I had A reoccurring seroma. My stomach still bulges out if I’m not sucking It in and I have Extra naggy skin still that really bothers me. Personally I think I should Have had a full tuck but my plastic surgeon seemed to disagree.
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Compression garments are helpful in controlling swelling and supporting tissues as they heal. It is best to consult with your surgeon for how long they should be worn, as opinions vary. They are most helpful in the early stages of recovery and should be worn continuously except when showering.
It is far too early to judge the results from your mini tummy tuck. It is best to wait at least six months and then evaluate your options at that time. If needed you can convert your mini tuck to a full for a more complete result.
From the photos it appears you were a better candidate for a standard tummy tuck versus a mini. More time is needed for healing but you may need to consider a revision to improve your results. After three children it is common to have muscle wall separation both above and below the belly...
