When diet, exercise, and healthy habits can’t fix stubborn belly skin many people start exploring tummy tuck options. The most common questions patients ask is, “Do I need a mini tummy tuck or a full tummy tuck?
Both procedures tighten the abdomen and remove excess skin, but they address different concerns. Choosing the right one depends on the amount of loose skin you have, whether your abdominal muscles are stretched, and what kind of result you want.
What is a Mini Tummy Tuck?
A mini tummy tuck focuses on the lower abdomen-the area below the belly button.
Best For:
- A small lower belly pooch
- Mild skin laxity after pregnancy or weight loss
- Patients who are already in good shape but want a smoother belly
What it does:
- Removes excess skin below the belly button
- Tightens the lower abdomenal skin
- Leaves a shorter incision
What is a Full Tummy Tuck?
A full tummy tuck treats the entire abdomen-above and below the belly button.
Best For:
- Significant loose skin
- Stretch marks across the abdomen
- Patients anting the most dramatic, long lasting improvement
What it does:
- Tightens the abdominal wall from top to bottom
- Removes excess skin across the whole abdomen
- Provides the most contouring and flattening
A full tummy tuck is considered the gold standard for women who have had children or anyone with major skin laxity after weight changes.
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