Mini Tummy Tuck

An ellipse of skin and fat is cut from the lower tummy, leaving a horizontal scar similar to but longer than that from a Caesarean Section. Liposuction is performed on the upper part of the abdominal wall, the waist and the flanks. Muscles below the belly-button are also tightened if necessary. The belly-button itself is stretched slightly to become more elongated, and generally more attractive.

Mini-abdominoplasty is a good option for selected patients – usually slim patients with a mild lower abdominal bulge that has not responded to exercise. You should not to try to ‘get away with’ a mini-abdominoplasty if you would be better suited to a fully tummy tuck, as under those circumstances it is likely you would be unhappy with the results. You will be advised about your best option following a consultation.

• ​Analgesia (pain relief) – Ibuprofen and paracetamol are usually enough
• Surgical skin tapes should be left in place for 1 week and then replaced as directed
• ​The hospital or surgeon should be contacted if you develop a temperature
• ​The hospital or surgeon should also be contacted immediately in rare cases of bleeding or rapid swelling
• ​Patients should take care not to over exert themselves in the first few weeks and to keep pressure off the wounds