Mini Tummy Tuck
A less risky form of Abdominoplasty
A less complex procedure is called a “mini tummy tuck,” or partial abdominoplasty. This procedure is less expensive and has less risks because the Mini Tummy Tuck is the less invasive form of Abdominoplasty, which is a plastic surgery procedure performed usually to tighten abs and abdomen. Abdominoplasty normally includes removing excess skin or tissues from the abdomen and is a treatment which is growing in popularity because of immediate results.
What does normal Abdominoplasty or Tummy Tuck do?
It eliminates the excess skin and fat from the lower part of the abdomen, that is, the section below the navel. For removal of persistent rolls of fat showing around waist, it is the most effective surgical procedure. At the same time, it may also help to solve preexisting problems, such as hernias or eventrations.
Who should go for Mini Tummy Tuck?
The mini tummy tuck, or partial abdominoplasty, is often an excellent option for people who have a small amount of abdominal skin to be removed and do not have a significantly protruding abdominal muscle wall. Individuals whose abdominal area is beginning to sag due to aging or who have slim abdomens that they wish to sculpted into a more desirable shape may find that a mini tummy tuck is ideal for them.
Why Mini Tummy Tuck is called Scarless Tummy Tuck?
Mini tummy tuck surgery may be performed under general anesthesia, but is usually completed with a local anesthetic and mild sedation. The length of the incision involved in a mini tummy tuck will depend on the amount of skin to be removed, but will generally be smaller than the incision required by a traditional tummy tuck. This is why mini tummy tuck surgery is also sometimes known as a “Scarless tummy tuck.”
Procedural Difference
Unlike a traditional tummy tuck, the surgeon usually does not have to reposition the navel during mini abdominoplasty. Just as mini tummy tuck surgery involves a smaller incision than its traditional counterpart, it also requires that a smaller section of the abdominal wall be exposed; usually, the treatment area extends from the point of incision to the navel. After excess fat has been removed and the abdominal muscles have been tightened, the surgeon will stretch the skin downward, cutting away any excess tissue and stitching the remaining skin into place. The surgeon may place a temporary drainage tube in the incision site.
Mini Tummy Tuck Recovery
The patient is usually released from the hospital within a few hours of mini tummy tuck surgery. The recovery time is about the same as that for liposuction. Most patients experience some postoperative pain, but it can be controlled with over-the-counter medication. Patients are usually able to return to work within a few days of getting a mini abdominoplasty but should refrain from strenuous activities for a few weeks.
Price for undergoing the procedure
The cost of Tummy Tuck surgeries varies according to the amount of excess fat that needs to be removed and criticality of the condition of the patient’s body. For example an aged person might find himself paying more for a Tummy Tuck surgery, because more care needs to be taken by the surgeon to avoid any post surgical problems. In the US Tummy Tuck prices could range from $4000 to $20000.
