Can You Get a Mini Tummy Tuck Without a Huge Scar? (photo)

Thanks for your question. The length of a mini tummy tuck scar actually has to do with a person's anatomy. If there is loose skin on the sides of the abdomen that the person would like to have removed, the scar must be long enough to excise the skin (nonsurgical tightening modalities might also help a little). On the other hand if a person has focal loose skin mostly above the pubic region (or above a C-section scar), then a short incision might treat this issue effectively. If you arrange an in-person assessment and have a discussion about your concerns and expected results, you will get a clearer idea whether a short scar mini TT will meet your goals.

Your photos show that you’re in great shape. If you just have a bit of loose skin below your belly button, then a mini tummy tuck can definitely help tighten it up. The incision may be placed so that it remains covered up by the multi-coloured bikini bottoms you’re wearing (I can’t see the black one entirely). That means the incision will be in your lower pelvic area. You can keep your scars from becoming worse by following the scar care instructions outlined by your surgeon. Also, keep them covered up from the sun because tanning makes them permanently darker.

The incision for a mini tummy tuck can be placed very low, just above the pubic area and following the groin crease. Therefore, some of it can be covered by pubic hair and it will remain well hidden by underwear/bikini bottom. The procedure is best suited for those who cannot reduce the bulging beneath their navels or who have stretched, lax skin, therefore it may not be suitable for you based on the photos you provided. Please see an experienced board certified plastic surgeon to confirm suitability.

It is difficult to give you a definite answer based on these two pictures. First of all, you look very fit to begin with. You could consider a mini tummy tuck without a very extensive scar along with possible muscle tightening.The scar will depend on the amount of loose skin laterally (toward your sides) but is smaller than a full tummy tuck scar. The mini tuck would also tighten your muscles and remove and tighten some loose skin below the belly button. It would be easier to give you a more informative opinion if you were seen in the office. Good Luck with your decision!

Mini Tummy Tuck Explained


Mini-abdominoplasty tightens the lower abdominal wall muscles and removes redundant skin below the umbilicus, belly button, only. The shortest scar technique leaves a scar at the pubic hair line where it is usually hidden . Liposuction may be used alone or in conjunction with a tummy tuck to benefit selected patients


‘Mini” tummy tucks can benefit patients who have a small amount of excess skin and fat or protruding of the lower abdomen. This operation may be done under local anesthesia with sedation, on an outpatient basis. Liposuction may be used alone or in conjunction with a tummy tuck to benefit selected patients.