I've been struggling with what to do with my tummy skin laxity since I had children. It was recommended that I do a mini tummy tuck with umbilical float. Do you think that is the right choice?
Answer: Mini tummy tuck? Thank you for the photos. It is tough to tell from a photograph the degree of skin laxity but if I had to guess it appears that a mini tummy tuck is a reasonable option. If you and your surgeon choose to float the umbilicus it will end up in a lower position which would likely be fine after one surgery. If, however, you had another mini tummy tuck down the road, your umbilicus is at risk for being pulled very low. Consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience with tummy tucks is recommended to see which option is best for you. Good luck! -Dr. Angelos
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Mini tummy tuck? Thank you for the photos. It is tough to tell from a photograph the degree of skin laxity but if I had to guess it appears that a mini tummy tuck is a reasonable option. If you and your surgeon choose to float the umbilicus it will end up in a lower position which would likely be fine after one surgery. If, however, you had another mini tummy tuck down the road, your umbilicus is at risk for being pulled very low. Consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience with tummy tucks is recommended to see which option is best for you. Good luck! -Dr. Angelos
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Answer: Mini tummy tuck with umbi float when belly button is high The mini tummy tuck with umbilical float works best when the existing position of the belly button is high and the upper abdominal skin is generally good. Though this cannot be recommended without an in-person evaluation, it appears that this may be your situation. Please see the link below for a description of the various approaches.
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Answer: Mini tummy tuck with umbi float when belly button is high The mini tummy tuck with umbilical float works best when the existing position of the belly button is high and the upper abdominal skin is generally good. Though this cannot be recommended without an in-person evaluation, it appears that this may be your situation. Please see the link below for a description of the various approaches.
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October 14, 2016
Answer: Is a mini tummy tuck with umbilical float the right choice? Thank you for your question and photos. These were taken with your arms up, putting the abdominal skin on maximum tension, thus difficult to assess your skin laxity. You are a good candidate for a modified full tummy tuck via a small pubic incision, but I would not float the umbilicus. I would do a muscle repair and not just skin excision. See a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in advanced body sculpting techniques for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.
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Answer: Is a mini tummy tuck with umbilical float the right choice? Thank you for your question and photos. These were taken with your arms up, putting the abdominal skin on maximum tension, thus difficult to assess your skin laxity. You are a good candidate for a modified full tummy tuck via a small pubic incision, but I would not float the umbilicus. I would do a muscle repair and not just skin excision. See a board certified plastic surgeon experienced in advanced body sculpting techniques for an in person consultation/evaluation. Good luck.
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October 17, 2016
Answer: Dr. Derby Sang Thank you for your question and your photo.Looking at your photos you are a great candidate for a full tummy tuck combined with a lipo in all areas needed.best of luck.
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October 17, 2016
Answer: Dr. Derby Sang Thank you for your question and your photo.Looking at your photos you are a great candidate for a full tummy tuck combined with a lipo in all areas needed.best of luck.
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October 14, 2016
Answer: Is mini tuck the right choice? Thank you for your question. This would not be the procedure of choice for a number of reasons. A mini tuck and float with your presenting anatomy will likely fall extremely short of your expectations for outcome and potentially compromise a better procedure for you. I would, at the very least, enjoy a few more opinions to be the most well imformed before proceeding forward. Best of luck!
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October 14, 2016
Answer: Is mini tuck the right choice? Thank you for your question. This would not be the procedure of choice for a number of reasons. A mini tuck and float with your presenting anatomy will likely fall extremely short of your expectations for outcome and potentially compromise a better procedure for you. I would, at the very least, enjoy a few more opinions to be the most well imformed before proceeding forward. Best of luck!
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