This lower belly bulge seems impossible to remove. Am I a candidate for a mini tummy tuck? (Photos)

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I’m female, 33 years old, 5’5” and weigh 130 lbs. I’ve had two kids and now have extra skin in my lower abdomen. I do have extra skin above my belly button but I don’t really care all that much about that. I’ve been going to the gym and this lower belly bulge seems impossible to remove. I don’t want a full tummy tuck. I have a stressful job plus young kids and I just can’t go through a recovery that intense. Is there any chance for a mini tummy tuck with a shorter recovery?

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry!  We would love to sit down with you to discuss your concerns.   The length of the incision is determined by the laxity of the skin.   Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to help you reach your goals.

Joel Patrick Maier, MD · Answer

Yes you are a good candidate for a mini-tummy tuck. This will take care of the skin fold in the lower tummy. We are usually performing some liposuction at the time to help maximize the lower tummy contour. Thank you.

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

If your only concern is the area below your belly button, then a mini tummy tuck may be sufficient for you.

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Unfortunately despite hard work, diet some pregnancy changes are stubborn.

Lose skin is best addressed with a full tummy tuck rather than mini. And Vaser ultrasound/ Smart Lipo laser liposuction will probably not tighten skin emoji for your goals.

We have many patients who do not need muscle repair and get very nice results with skin only tummy tuck.

This makes recovery much easier and shorter.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph and returning to such great shape after your pregnancies. Nothing replaces an in-person  examination of your tissues but it appears you could have a nice improvement with a mini-tummy tuck procedure to address the excess skin and lax muscles of your lower abdomen.  A thorough discussion of the limitations of the procedure does need to be discussed so that you can make the best decision for you and your responsibilities.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

If you are firm in your decision against a standard tummy tuck you can consider a mini tuck.  It would address some of the loose skin on the lower abdomen but can only correct the muscle separation below the belly button.  A standard tummy tuck would give you a more complete result.  I've included a video I hope you find helpful.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Based on your nicely, post of photos, a mini tummy tuck with liposuction and plasma are indicated best of virtual consult with. Expect fees to range from $8000-$10,000.

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