I read up reviews about mini tummy tuck & am really confused. Some doctors say that a mini tummy tuck WILL NOT address the muscle above the belly button while i read some doctors saying that a full muscle repair would be done. What is the definition of a full muscle repair ? & why is it some doctors say that the muscles above the belly button will not be addressed in a mini Tummy Tuck ? in a mini tummy tuck, will the doctors be able to sew up the muscles above the belly button ?
Answer: Full muscle repair with mini tummy tuck requires umbilical float If the skin in the upper abdomen is not loose but there is a muscle separation that involves the upper and lower areas, then a full muscle repair (meaning upper and lower) can be done using a technique called an umbilical float. This detaches the belly button from underneath, giving the surgeon access to the upper abdomen for muscle repair. The belly button is then re-attached with no external scar. If a plastic surgeon does not offer this technique, then they will tell you that the mini does not allow upper muscle diasatasis repair.
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Answer: Full muscle repair with mini tummy tuck requires umbilical float If the skin in the upper abdomen is not loose but there is a muscle separation that involves the upper and lower areas, then a full muscle repair (meaning upper and lower) can be done using a technique called an umbilical float. This detaches the belly button from underneath, giving the surgeon access to the upper abdomen for muscle repair. The belly button is then re-attached with no external scar. If a plastic surgeon does not offer this technique, then they will tell you that the mini does not allow upper muscle diasatasis repair.
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Answer: Mini tummy tuck During a full abdominoplasty there is an incision around the belly button so that the tissue can be lifted allowing the surgeon access to the full abdominal wall including the upper abdomen. In a mini tuck the belly button is not freed up so only the area below it will have the muscle wall addressed. For the majority of patients the full abdominal wall should be addressed for the best result. If only the lower muscles are addressed when the full is needed it can give a muffin top look as a result. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.
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Answer: Mini tummy tuck During a full abdominoplasty there is an incision around the belly button so that the tissue can be lifted allowing the surgeon access to the full abdominal wall including the upper abdomen. In a mini tuck the belly button is not freed up so only the area below it will have the muscle wall addressed. For the majority of patients the full abdominal wall should be addressed for the best result. If only the lower muscles are addressed when the full is needed it can give a muffin top look as a result. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.
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December 9, 2015
Answer: Mini vs full tummy tuck Thank you for question and for sharing your concern. A traditional
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December 9, 2015
Answer: Mini vs full tummy tuck Thank you for question and for sharing your concern. A traditional
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November 21, 2015
Answer: Tummy Tuck options Hello,You will need to be examined in person to determine your options and expectations. A full Tummy Tuck will allow for excess skin removal, full abdominal muscle repair and often, supplementary liposuction to help contour the abdomen. A mini tummy Tuck may be appropriate for you with muscle repair below the belly button if needed. A floating Abdominoplasty technique can allow for detaching the belly button temporarily and moving it downward slightly, while repairing muscle further up on the abdomen. I recommend that you talk with your chosen Plastic Surgeon about the details of the surgical plan for you. All the best
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November 21, 2015
Answer: Tummy Tuck options Hello,You will need to be examined in person to determine your options and expectations. A full Tummy Tuck will allow for excess skin removal, full abdominal muscle repair and often, supplementary liposuction to help contour the abdomen. A mini tummy Tuck may be appropriate for you with muscle repair below the belly button if needed. A floating Abdominoplasty technique can allow for detaching the belly button temporarily and moving it downward slightly, while repairing muscle further up on the abdomen. I recommend that you talk with your chosen Plastic Surgeon about the details of the surgical plan for you. All the best
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November 7, 2015
Answer: Muscle repair with mini TT Hello, typically with a mini tummy tuck, a full muscle repair above the belly button is not performed, but with some variations of this operation it is possible. You would need to speak to your surgeon about the exact details of the procedure.
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November 7, 2015
Answer: Muscle repair with mini TT Hello, typically with a mini tummy tuck, a full muscle repair above the belly button is not performed, but with some variations of this operation it is possible. You would need to speak to your surgeon about the exact details of the procedure.
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