subject: Mini Tummy Tuck - A Popular, Minimally Invasive Procedure [print this page] Mini tummy tuck is a very popular minimally invasive procedure which can correct the structure of the abdomen. The surgery is ideally suited for those who complain of relatively less sagging of abdominal skin besides laxity.
Apart from aging and heredity, the condition is prominent among women after multiple pregnancies. Once the abdominal skin loses its elasticity, it fails to tighten on its own. Exercise brings no positive change and often proves to be futile. The purpose served by undergoing a mini tummy tuck is that you achieve a flat and flawless looking midsection. Experienced plastic surgeons perform the surgery on an outpatient basis.
When compared to abdominoplasty, mini tummy tuck is far safer and simpler. Plastic surgeons determine the length of the incision by assessing the quantity of skin to be removed. The incision is comparatively small and is generally not very prominent when made above the pubic region just below the abdomen. Surplus fat, if any, is extracted by lipolysis. The abdominal muscles are tightened after which the skin is pulled downwards and sutured to hold it in place. The resulting excess tissue is then removed surgically.
As a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure, patients are administered either local or general anesthesia. This greatly reduces the sensation of pain and discomfort. Full recovery might take a few weeks time, after which patients can resume work and routine activities. Plastic surgeons would probably ask patients to restrict the quantum of physical activity during this period.
Even though mini tummy tuck is a minimally invasive and popular procedure, it is not for everyone who needs to see instantaneous results. The potential patient should be in good health and free of any serious medical condition. It is best to consult an experienced plastic surgeon who can evaluate you and give professional advice.
