Do most Mini TT keep the belly button in its natural position or are they floated?

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Do most Mini Tummy Tucks keep the belly button in its natural position? Is “floating” only necessary when skin is loose above the belly button? Most pictures I’m seeing on RS of mini TT the BB looks untouched when I look up floating they are way lower.

Pejman Aflaki, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for the question. Belly button stays in the same position in a mini tummy tuck, and only a minimal amount of lower abdominal skin will be removed. There are subtle differences between different types of abdominoplasty. Not everyone is a candidate for a float or mini tummy tuck. You should ask your board-certified plastic surgeon to explain these to you and show you before and after pictures of his/her patients. Best,

Wayne I. Yamahata, MD · Answer

A mini Tummy Tuck is not usually the best option when there is loose skin above the umbilicus. If this is corrected by floating the umbilicus then generally the umbilicus will end up in a lower position. These are good questions to discuss with your surgeon who can provide you with options during a consultation.

Richard Baxter, MD · Answer

A belly button float is done for access the the upper abdomen to do a full muscle separation (diastasis) repair with a mini tummy tuck. It does not leave an external scar on the belly button, and it can be re-attached in its original location or moved lower. So the best candidates for a mini with umbi float are women with diastasis, a high position of the belly button, and not much skin laxity in the upper abdomen. Most mini tummy tucks do not include the float.

Stuart A. Linder, MD, FACS · Answer

In general, a mini tummy tuck does not require an incision around the umbilicus and the pulling of the tissue down can lead to a lowered appearance.

Franziska Huettner, MD, PhD, FACS · Answer

Dear Mom.Bod.Bye, Thank you for your question. What happens with the belly button in a mini tummy tuck really differs from person to person, their body shape, and the amount of skin that needs to be removed... you are correct that many times the belly button will stay in its natural position, but sometimes floating of the belly button to slightly lower its position to achieve a better result of the abdomen is necessary. I do recommend you being seen and examined by a board certified plastic surgeon (by the American Board of Plastic Surgery) to advise you on which surgical approach would give you specifically the best result. Best wishes, Franziska Huettner, MD PhD FACS

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Short scar tummy tuck is far superior for your concerns.  A short scar tummy tuck has the same length scar as a minitummy tuck but removes skin above the belly button and gives you a new belly button.  A mini TT does not address the belly button.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Mom.Bod.Bye,
A mini tummy tuck is great if you are just looking to flatten the skin below the belly button. It does nothing for the skin above the belly button.  If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

In a mini tummy tuck the belly button is not moved.  Skin below the belly button is excised to address excess skin of the lower abdomen.  I've included a video discussing the different types of tummy tucks that I hope you find helpful.

James Knoetgen, III, MD · Answer

In a mini tummy tuck, the approach to the belly button can vary depending on the specific surgical technique used and the patient’s individual needs. Some mini tummy tucks may keep the belly button in its natural position, while others may involve repositioning or “floating” the belly button to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing result. The choice depends on the extent of excess skin and fat and the goals of the procedure. It’s essential to discuss your preferences and concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can provide personalized guidance based on your unique situation.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

For the mini tuck, the belly button is left in its original position, but the lower skin is removed, and often the muscle can still be tightened. To see if you are a candidate, please visit with a board certified plastic surgeon.

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