This provides a beautiful definition to the waistline and much flatter tummy.
#Mini tummy tuck candidate skin#
Through this incision we lift the skin all the way up to the rib cage, and carefully tighten the muscles and correct their separation.
During a mini tummy tuck procedure we excise some of the excess skin and fat just above the pubic area. It is variable to what extent this separation repairs itself after pregnancy and unfortunately no amount of fitness training or exercise will completely repair the separation. Part of this process involves expansion of the abdominal or tummy wall, and therefore the rectus muscles separate. During pregnancy the belly expands to accommodate the expanding uterus and foetus. This is a common concern for women presenting to Mode Plastic Surgery. Results: One of the most satisfying procedures for patients but it is important to note that results vary from patient to patient. You can shower after 48 hours, but avoid swimming in a pool or beach for 2-3 weeks until all wounds have healed, and all drains are out. For 8 weeks you will be required to wear a binder (which is like a corset) over the tummy. Heavy lifting or exercise is disallowed for 8 weeks and strenuous exercise for 3 months. Patients start walking hunched over and by the end of the first week they are starting to walk almost straight. Recovery: Most people stay in hospital overnight, and may go home with a drain in their tummy. Part of the abdominoplasty cost is rebateable if you have a symptomatic umbilical hernia. Medicare/Health fund rebate: Mini-Abdominoplasty for cosmetic reasons does not attract debates. Hospital: Usually Hunters Hill Private Hospital. Duration of stay: 1-2 night stay in hospital. Anaesthetic: GA by accredited anaesthetist. Some women chose to combine mini tummy tuck surgery with:įor more information on other procedures please read the other sections of this website.Īt MODE, Dr Aggarwal will guide you through the planning of surgery and help decide which procedure is best suited to achieve your goals. Women who have mini-tummy tucks are generally some of the most satisfied patients as results can be outstanding. Will not accept the scar of a mini tummy tuck. Have multiple scars on their tummy, or have had a gallbladder removal through a large incision (open cholecystectomy). Have not lost the weight they want to lose. Have not completed their families i.e. Have significant amounts of loose skin and fat that requires a conventional tummy tuck, or a more extensive body lift. Mini-Abdominoplasty may not be suitable for women who: 
Have realistic expectations, and are willing to accept the scar of a mini-abdominoplasty.Have a stable weight for at least 6 months (ideally 12 months).Have some loose skin and fat but not enough for a conventional tummy tuck.The best candidates for tummy tuck are women who: Remove skin that cannot be addressed through fitness training.Restore shape of their tummy after pregnancy and child rearing, in particular the separation of their rectus muscles.Wear tight fitting clothes that may otherwise reveal the loose skin they find embarrassing.This can produce a beautiful, flat shape to the tummy. In addition the underlying muscles are tightened, and any hernias are repaired. Mini Tummy tuck or mini-abdominoplasty involves the excision of loose skin and fat from the lower tummy or abdomen but not to the same extent as a conventional tummy tuck.
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