For women or men who are dissatisfied with the shape for their abdomen, there are different options to create a sleeker, more contoured shape. A full tummy tuck in Austin plastic surgery clinics is a possibility, but so is a mini abdominoplasty.
A mini abdominoplasty or mini tummy tuck is similar to a full tummy tuck, but it has the benefit of using shorter incisions. With shorter incisions, there is less scarring and less healing time for most patients.
However, there are some limitations to the mini tummy tuck. It is designed for people with a smaller amount of excess skin, muscle separation and fatty tissue on the abdominal area, and it may not serve the needs of those looking for dramatic results. It is also restricted to those with the skin laxity at a level below the belly button and not above.
What to Consider
In most cases, people opt for surgical procedures when non-surgical options do not work or have not provided the desired results. A cosmetic surgeon in Austin evaluates each patient individually to determine if a surgical procedure is the right option.
There may be non-invasive options to consider to sculpt the belly area. There are different options including liposuction or even body contouring options for those with smaller amounts to lose.
When choosing the mini tummy tuck over the traditional abdominoplasty, the cosmetic surgeon considers the amount of tightening that can be achieved with the smaller incision. Typically, this procedure is used when the patient has separation of the abdominal muscles, but the skin laxity (sagging) is only below the line of the belly button.
It is important to work closely with your cosmetic surgeon in determining which procedure is the best. While the mini-abdominoplasty offers the shorter incision, it may not provide the full tightening required to give the flatter abdominal area.
