Mini vs Full Tummy Tuck

Will you be getting a full or a mini Tummy Tuck? Do you know the difference? You may be surprised to learn that most people do not have a clue what makes them so different. What�s more, there are many people that have only heard of the procedure in passing and think that it is reserved for the rich and famous. However, now that the medical field has advanced in this area you will see that the cost to get it done has dropped dramatically allowing for everyone to be able to afford it as well as the frequency of people opting for it has increased dramatically. The race against obesity and better bodies is on!

A full Tummy Tuck is a procedure that is considered major surgery and is quite invasive. What happens in surgery is they remove all of your excess skin and fat as well as fix any abdominal muscles through an area that is just between your belly button and pubic line. This procedure will require you to take at least two to three weeks off work and will not really be noticeable for a few months. And while it is a perfectly safe procedure you will find that there can be complications involved as with any major surgery.

A mini Tummy Tuck you will find is a much less invasive procedure but still considered major surgery. With this procedure you are not going through extensive cosmetic surgery to fix and tighten the stomach. Instead, what you will get is the area just below your belly button fixed. This is perfect for those people that are looking to just sculpt the abdominal area.

Also, often times when a surgeon looks at you and finds that there are no major issues with your abdominal muscles but just a bit of a bulge at the bottom then they will recommend this Tummy Tuck procedure instead. This is why it is very important to find a qualified surgeon so that you get the best possible advice for your needs. But what makes the mini tuck so popular is the fact that not only does it leave a much smaller scar but the healing time is much more rapid as well.

The reason for this is because there is much less of the abdominal wall exposed. And because it is a much less invasive procedure you will find that it costs a lot less as well. This is due to the fact that you do not need to spend the night in the hospital and you can return to work quicker as well. Furthermore, this Tummy Tuck is a lot less painful and the pain can be easily managed with over the counter medicines.

So before you jump into any one of these procedures make sure you go over all the aspects with your surgeon. You may find that while you would prefer a mini Tummy Tuck you will not actually be qualified for it. Or on the other hand you may find that rather than getting a full you are perfect for the mini.

Dr. Tuck is author of this article on Tummy Tuck. Find more information about Mini Tummy Tuck here.