The
mini tummy tuck is an operation that
is designed to remove excess skin from
the abdomen. It is indicated in cases
where there is laxity of the abdomen
resulting in bulging due to abnormal
stretching of the skin. Unlike liposuction
surgery, which just removes fat, this
operation involves removal of skin
and fat. For this reason, it is more
extensive than liposuction. The actual
extent of surgery will depend on the
amount of excess skin.
Prior
to mini tummy tuck surgery, the amount
of skin that is to be removed is carefully
marked. An incision is made in the
bikini line and the excess skin is
pulled down and inward, and is removed
along with underlying fatty tissue.
The muscles are not tightened during
this procedure shortening the recovery
time dramatically. The skin is carefully
redraped and the incision closed with
several layers of absorbable sutures.
Recovery
time is usually 5-7 days but many patients
go back to there normal light duty
activities within days. |
