Am I candidate for a mini or full tummy tuck? (photos)

There are actually three kinds of tummy tuck:
1) regular. This has a hip-to-hip scar and a scar around the belly button. The muscles are repaired above and below the belly button, and the excess skin is removed.
2) Mini. extra skin below the belly button is removed, and the muscles may or may not be removed below the belly button,
3) Fleur-di-lis. This is a regular tummy tuck with an added vertical incision. This is great for people who have lost 80-100 lbs, but it would be overkill for you
Based on your pictures a traditional tummy tuck would be the best option.

Mini tummy tucks are often used in very select patients who only have loose skin below the belly button. They sacrifice the best results for a smaller scar. Additionally since they don't relocate your belly button, your belly button gets pulled down which can make you look older and less in shape.
You look like you take good care of yourself and based on the pictures it looked like you have excess loose skin above and below the belly button. You could try a mini tummy tuck but you would likely get much better results with a full tummy tuck. I would recommend a full tummy tuck, I think you could get a great result.

"Based on your description and pictures, aiming to address the loose skin around and below your belly button, a full tummy tuck would be the most effective approach. This procedure allows for comprehensive removal and tightening of excess skin and can also address any underlying muscle separation. It's tailored to create a smoother, flatter abdominal profile.




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