Brazilian Tummy Tuck vs. Full Tummy Tuck - What's the Difference?

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hi there i came across a ps who says invented the brazilian tt which is so much better than the normal tt carried out by most as gives zero seromas no need for drains and little down time? iv not heard if the brazilian tt until now, what is the difference and how do i know if my ps will do this technique? cheers nenee

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

A tummy tuck is not one operation but a range which can treat skin and muscle laxity as well as localized fatty deposits. The Brazilian tummy tuck involves components of a mini and full tummy tuck. Generally speaking it may be good for reasonable amounts of skin laxity but it may no be appropriate for more advanced cases. From your picture, it appears to be an option.

Jason Hess, MD · Answer

that which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet.  A brazilian tummy tuck is still a tummy tuck.  The idea is to do more liposuction and less skin undermining.  This preserves lymphatics and veins that are interrupted in traditional tummy tucks.  These vessels are responsible for draining serum which may collect into a seroma during a traditional tummy tuck. In my view, plastic surgery is a science and art.  The names of procedures is often savvy marketing in my opinion.  Plastic surgeons notoriously claim to have invented or perfected a procedure.  I invented the Brazilian Breast Augmentation .....  See how sexy and amazing that sounds.  ( I didn't invent anything). The proof is in the pudding.  Your best bet is to seek the counsel of several qualified surgeons.  Your best referral is a personal referral.  Real patient comments are legitimate ones.  Look at pictures and talk to a physician's patients.  Cut through the marketing as much as you can and take your time in choosing your surgeon.  Good luck!!

Adam Sierakowski, MBBS, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

A Brazilian tummy tuck is an increasingly popular type of tummy tuck that uses liposuction as well as the traditional elliptical excision of excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen. By using liposuction to sculpt the abdominal wall and flanks, a slimmer waist can be created without the usual amount of skin undermining. By carefully preserving a specific layer of tissue, called Scarpa’s fascia, lymphatics and veins are preserved. The result is a beautifully shaped abdomen, with less tendency for fluid accumulation (seroma) post-operatively. In my experience, patients who have undergone a Brazilian tummy tuck seem to have less pain and are able to mobilise quicker post-operatively than those who have undergone the standard technique.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

If it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is.  I would be cautious with this one. Go see another surgeon and get evaluated for  tummy tuck.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Another name for a mini tummy tuck with upper abdominal liposuction. A full tummy tuck is a completely different operation. Best to have this explained in person from a boarded plastic surgeon in your area.

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