Dr. Stuart Lipton, a board-certified plastic surgeon with over two decades of experience, offers mini and full tummy tucks for patients looking to refine their abdominal contours. This quick guide will walk you through the differences between the two procedures.
What Is a Mini Tummy Tuck?
A mini tummy tuck targets the lower abdomen – below the belly button. It’s ideal for people in good shape with a small “pooch” or mild skin laxity that doesn’t respond to diet and exercise.
The following are some key features of a mini tummy tuck:
- A smaller incision, typically just above the pubic area
- Shorter recovery time compared to a full tummy tuck
- Does not address muscle separation above the belly button
- Often performed with local or general anesthesia
What Is a Full Tummy Tuck?
A full tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is more comprehensive. It removes excess skin, tightens separated abdominal muscles, and may reposition the belly button for a smoother result.
Characteristics of a full tummy tuck include:
- Removal of excess skin above and below the belly button
- Repair of diastasis recti (separated abdominal muscles)
- A longer incision, usually hip to hip
- A longer but manageable recovery process
Which Option Is Right for You?
Here are a few questions to consider:
- Is your concern limited to the area below your belly button?
- Are your abdominal muscles still intact?
- Have you gone through major weight fluctuations or pregnancy?
If you answered “yes” to the first two, a mini tummy tuck might be sufficient. If your goals are more extensive, a full tummy tuck can provide a more complete correction.
Schedule a Tummy Tuck Consultation Today
Whether you’re leaning toward a mini or full tummy tuck, Dr. Lipton offers unmatched guidance and will help you make an informed decision. Named Best Plastic Surgeon multiple times and rated 4.7 stars on Google, he has delivered natural-looking results to countless patients.
Contact Dr. Lipton’s office in Lewisville, TX, today to schedule a personalized consultation and find out which procedure fits your needs. Call us at (972) 420-0023.
