Swelling After Mini Tummy Tuck and Liposuction

The amount of swelling and the time necessary for it
to fully subside varies from patient to patient and the magnitude of the procedure
performed.Normally, in the course of a
mini abdominoplasty the entire abdominal wall is treated with liposuction
first.Following that, an incision is
made in the lower abdomen, lifting the skin and fat layer off of the underlying
muscle layer.This elevation is
continued up to the bellybutton.At this
point, the excess skin and fat are pulled downward and the excess is
removed.Commonly, a suction drain is
placed in this space and the skin is then closed.One would expect a longer period of swelling
if more fat was removed during the course of the liposuction.Additionally, each patient has their own
healing characteristics.In general
however, one should expect approximately 80% of the swelling to subside within
the first two to four weeks.The last
20% may take as long as four to six months.Watch my tummy tuck video for a simple and illustrated explanation of tummy tuck and body contouring procedures.

Yes, it is quite normal to be swollen eight days after a mini tummy tuck. Give it some time like 3-4 months to improve.