Once you’ve decided to have cosmetic surgery to improve your appearance, choosing the right procedure for you can be difficult. There are a variety of cosmetic surgical procedures that give you different results. Choosing the right procedure for you depends on what you’re looking to improve and your body composition.
If you’re planning a tummy tuck, you want to achieve a more attractive waist and an overall slimmer appearance. Explore the different types of tummy tucks such as standard, mini, extended, and more. Find out which one is best for you and get a free consultation with MedConsulto.
Standard tummy tuck
This is the most common types of tummy tucks procedure that focuses on reshaping and tightening the lower abdominal area.
An incision is usually made above the pubic area below the belly button, allowing for the ideal removal of excess skin and any fatty tissue. The lower abdominal area is then contoured with liposuction to make it appear flatter.
The underlying abdominal wall is also reshaped, and the abdominal muscles are tightened with this procedure. The belly button is sometimes repositioned in a standard tummy tuck so that the result looks perfectly natural.
Benefits of Standard tummy tuck
- A standard tummy tuck covers the abdominal area from the sternum to the pubis, so it can produce more dramatic results.
- Patients with moderate to severe skin laxity are best suited for this procedure.
- Scars from the procedure are usually easy to hide with underwear.
Mini tummy tuck
This is an alternative option if you need to remove a small amount of excess skin or fat below the belly button.
It is a less invasive procedure, but it provides the same great results as a standard tummy tuck. This procedure is ideal for a patient who has been unsuccessful with diet and exercise, leaving a small area of fat below the belly button.
The mini tummy tuck involves a much smaller incision just above the pubic area and does not require repositioning the belly button. Because of the smaller incision, scarring is minimal and can be hidden by underwear or a swimsuit.
Benefits of Mini tummy tuck
- Mini tummy tucks get rid of the sagging belly after pregnancy.
- Less invasive than a full tummy tuck, faster recovery time, minimal scarring.
- Any resulting scar can be covered with underwear.
- Mini tummy tucks cost less than alternative options.
- The belly button is not repositioned.
Extended tummy tuck
This type is used for patients who need to remove a large amount of skin or fat from the lower abdomen, hip area, or lower back. It is more invasive with a longer incision made above the pubic area, across the entire width of the abdomen, and extending to the back of each hip.
The belly button is also removed and repositioned, then reconstructed to look natural. Excess skin and fat are removed, and the underlying abdominal muscles are tightened at the same time. Because this procedure is more invasive, patients are usually required to spend one night in the hospital to recover. The incision can also be hidden by underwear or a swimsuit.
Benefits of Extended tummy tuck
1.Targets the lower sides as well as the abdominal area providing a more comprehensive result.
2. Involves abdominal muscle repair and skin tightening.
Tummy tuck and lipo
When you perform any types of tummy tucks, you only remove excess skin, not fat. Liposuction is a procedure that shapes the body by removing pockets of fat. Therefore, combining liposuction with a tummy tuck is common and beneficial for patients who want to address any excess body fat while getting rid of sagging skin.
Benefits of Tummy tuck and lipo
- Flatter stomach
- Tighter abdominal muscles
- Slimmer waist
Which one is Right for You?
If your commitment to diet and exercise has led you to consider a tummy tuck, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re a good candidate for a tummy tuck depends on several factors, such as the amount of excess skin, the extent of muscle laxity, and your current weight.
Consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon through MedConsulto can help determine the most appropriate procedure to contour your abdominal area.
Scars from previous surgeries should also be considered, as they can complicate future surgeries. For the best results, a tummy tuck should be tailored to the patient’s unique needs, so consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon is essential.
After discussing your individual goals and examining your anatomy, your doctor can educate you about the possibilities, help you understand the type of results, and design an appropriate treatment plan.
Get a free consultation
Although you may have little idea of which surgical technique can best reshape your abdomen, only a consultation with MedConsulto can confirm the best surgical treatment plan for you.
