I dislike moving the belly button with a full TT. I don't have kids, not want them. I'm 39f and looking for something least invasive because I'm an RN and have to push and pull patients. I'm only allowed two weeks to recover.
Answer: Abdominoplasty Thank you for submitting your question and photos! The only difference in a mini vs a full abdominoplasty is how long the scar is. A mini tummy tuck is going to have a smaller scar than a full tummy tuck. Muscle repair, removal of excess skin, and liposuction are all included with both a mini and a full tummy tuck. I recommend scheduling a consult appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so we can create a surgical plan that is best for you and your goals.
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Answer: Abdominoplasty Thank you for submitting your question and photos! The only difference in a mini vs a full abdominoplasty is how long the scar is. A mini tummy tuck is going to have a smaller scar than a full tummy tuck. Muscle repair, removal of excess skin, and liposuction are all included with both a mini and a full tummy tuck. I recommend scheduling a consult appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself so we can create a surgical plan that is best for you and your goals.
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January 15, 2025
Answer: Tummy Tuck Thank you for your question.
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January 15, 2025
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December 13, 2024
Answer: Why a Traditional Tummy Tuck May Be Better for Your Abdominal Concerns I would not recommend a mini tummy tuck to address this problem. The major limitation of a mini tummy tuck is that it does not adequately address skin laxity above the umbilicus. While a mini tummy tuck does address that lower area, the discrepancy between the area from the belly button to the pubic area compared to the area above the rib cage is unlikely to be flattering. I would recommend a traditional tummy tuck with umbilical transposition for this patient. I would also recommend tightening your muscles. I understand you did not have children, but it does appear that you have fascial laxity in that area, leading to a central "pooching" of the abdominal tissues. However, tightening the muscles is usually the most painful and difficult to recover from. Therefore, you could consider a traditional tummy tuck without muscle tightening, resulting in a much faster recovery. A 2-week window is inadequate for full recovery if your job is very physical. Contact us at The Center for Cosmetic Surgery for more information and a consultation!
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December 13, 2024
Answer: Why a Traditional Tummy Tuck May Be Better for Your Abdominal Concerns I would not recommend a mini tummy tuck to address this problem. The major limitation of a mini tummy tuck is that it does not adequately address skin laxity above the umbilicus. While a mini tummy tuck does address that lower area, the discrepancy between the area from the belly button to the pubic area compared to the area above the rib cage is unlikely to be flattering. I would recommend a traditional tummy tuck with umbilical transposition for this patient. I would also recommend tightening your muscles. I understand you did not have children, but it does appear that you have fascial laxity in that area, leading to a central "pooching" of the abdominal tissues. However, tightening the muscles is usually the most painful and difficult to recover from. Therefore, you could consider a traditional tummy tuck without muscle tightening, resulting in a much faster recovery. A 2-week window is inadequate for full recovery if your job is very physical. Contact us at The Center for Cosmetic Surgery for more information and a consultation!
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November 8, 2024
Answer: No kids yet, should I do a mini or full tummy tuck? A mini abdominoplasty, in your case, will only address the fullness below your belly button. It will do absolutely nothing procedurally for your belly button or the area above it. If your concern is the hanging skin, then a mini abdominoplasty is the correct approach. However, it does appear you have some degree of muscle or fascia laxity, in which case, the only way to address that as well as the upper belly, is through a full tummy tuck. However, two weeks recovery time for a mini abdominoplasty is reasonable. Two weeks after a fully tummy tuck, one could return to a desk job, however, returning to a job that is labor intensive at two weeks is not recommended, and a longer recovery may be needed. If you’re able to switch your responsibilities so that you are not doing any lifting or turning, you may be able to return to work after two weeks post abdominoplasty.
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November 8, 2024
Answer: No kids yet, should I do a mini or full tummy tuck? A mini abdominoplasty, in your case, will only address the fullness below your belly button. It will do absolutely nothing procedurally for your belly button or the area above it. If your concern is the hanging skin, then a mini abdominoplasty is the correct approach. However, it does appear you have some degree of muscle or fascia laxity, in which case, the only way to address that as well as the upper belly, is through a full tummy tuck. However, two weeks recovery time for a mini abdominoplasty is reasonable. Two weeks after a fully tummy tuck, one could return to a desk job, however, returning to a job that is labor intensive at two weeks is not recommended, and a longer recovery may be needed. If you’re able to switch your responsibilities so that you are not doing any lifting or turning, you may be able to return to work after two weeks post abdominoplasty.
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November 6, 2024
Answer: Surgery I would suggest liposuction for the upper abdomen and flanks and the min tuck for the lower abdomen. You could also just do liposuction of the whole abdomen and flanks first to remove the excess fat, and later have the mini tuck. with liposuction, you can be back to work much sooner.
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November 6, 2024
Answer: Surgery I would suggest liposuction for the upper abdomen and flanks and the min tuck for the lower abdomen. You could also just do liposuction of the whole abdomen and flanks first to remove the excess fat, and later have the mini tuck. with liposuction, you can be back to work much sooner.
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