Dermolipoplasty (mini-abdominoplasty, mini tummy tuck, mini tuck, partial abdominoplasty)

Mini adbominoplasty is done to tighten the lower abdominal area and remove the fullness that often develops after pregnancy. It is used for the lower one of the abdomen and is a less extensive procedure than abdominoplasty.

Usually the skin is removed from the lower abdomen and the muscles beneath that area are tightened. Dermolipopasty may be combined with liposuction. The operation is done under general anesthesia.

Mini-abdominoplasty peculiarities:

- A smaller incision;

- The skin and fat of the lower abdomen are detached in a more limited fashion from the muscle fascia.

- Sometimes the belly button stalk is divided from the muscle below and the belly button slid down lower on the abdominal wall.

- Sometimes a portion of the abdominal muscle fascia wall is tightened.

Recovery period:

The recovery takes one to two weeks. Most people are back to work within a week or two.