In 2009 I had a mini tummy tuck because my problem area was loose skin and fat in the lower abdomen. My upper abdomen looked fine. But after the mini tuck, I was left with dimples just above my belly button. So now my lower abd looks tight & flat but the area around my belly button protrudes, has loose skin and dimples. The surgeon said he could try to make it look better with smart Lipo but I may need a full timmy tuck. Can a Full tuck be done after a mini tuck?
October 29, 2011
Answer: Full TT after Mini
Hello,
It is not always possible to do a full Tummy Tuck after a mini but you look like you might have enough tissue. Lipo does not make things tighter only thinner and a mini TT does not flatten as much as a full TT. What does your surgeon say? An examination should be able to resolve the issue.
Best Regards,
John Di Saia MD
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October 29, 2011
Answer: Full TT after Mini
Hello,
It is not always possible to do a full Tummy Tuck after a mini but you look like you might have enough tissue. Lipo does not make things tighter only thinner and a mini TT does not flatten as much as a full TT. What does your surgeon say? An examination should be able to resolve the issue.
Best Regards,
John Di Saia MD
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October 17, 2011
Answer: Extra skin and dimpling after a mini tuck
Extra skin and dimpling present after a mini-abdominoplasty is often an indication that a full tummy tuck should be performed. Smart-lipo is unlikely to give you the complete and optimal results that a standard abdominoplasty will. Although some skin tightening can be achieved with laser liposuction, it is not often enough to make a significant difference to someone with a lot of skin laxity. Make sure you consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for a full review of your options and what can be achieved with each one.
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October 17, 2011
Answer: Extra skin and dimpling after a mini tuck
Extra skin and dimpling present after a mini-abdominoplasty is often an indication that a full tummy tuck should be performed. Smart-lipo is unlikely to give you the complete and optimal results that a standard abdominoplasty will. Although some skin tightening can be achieved with laser liposuction, it is not often enough to make a significant difference to someone with a lot of skin laxity. Make sure you consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for a full review of your options and what can be achieved with each one.
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