San Diego Mini Abdominoplasty

If your fatty deposits, loose skin, or bulging abdomen are limited to the area below the belly button, you may require a less complex procedure called a mini-tummy tuck. The scar is significantly shorter and can usually be hidden completely in the bikini line. The recovery period is also significantly shorter, and can be done as an out patient procedure.

The best candidates for abdominoplasty are men or women who are in relatively good shape but are bothered by a large fat deposit or loose abdominal skin that won't respond to diet or exercise. The surgery is particularly helpful to women who, through multiple pregnancies, have stretched their abdominal muscles and skin beyond the point where they can return to normal. Loss of skin elasticity in older patients, which frequently occurs with slight obesity, can also be improved.

In your initial consultation, your surgeon will evaluate your health, determine the extent of fat deposits in your abdominal region, and carefully assess your skin tone. Be sure to tell your surgeon if you smoke, and if you're taking any medications, vitamins, or other drugs.

Partial abdominoplasty may take an hour or two depending on your needs