Mini Tummy Tuck

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck surgery) removes excess lower abdomen fat and skin. Many surgeons will also perform a diastasis repair at the same time; this brings the abdominal wall muscles closer together, eliminating the central bulging area of the abdomen. This key part of the surgery restores separated abdominal wall muscles creating an abdominal profile that is smoother and firmer. This also brings the lateral abdominal skin closure to the center, helping to restore the hourglass figures. A flat abdomen is something we strive for through exercise and weight control. Sometimes this is not possible without an abdominoplasty to return the abdomen to a more youthful shape. This patient chose a Mini Abdominoplasty. This abdominoplasty differs from the traditional surgery is several areas. The belly button is maintained in position (not cut and not released). The central skin is released and pulled to the lower incision. The lateral skin (from the muffin top region or hourglass region) is brought towards the midline, helping to restore the hourglass figure. This is a very pleasant the Harrisburg area 40 year old female who has a diastasis in the central abdomen. She does not have excess skin, but desires a better, flat abdomen contour.