I can’t tell you how many patients are under the misperception that a tummy tuck of any kind will result in weight loss. Unfortunately, an abdominoplasty is not a weight loss procedure. It is a body contouring procedure. While you may lose a few pounds depending on if and how much fat and skin are removed, the goal of this procedure is to smooth and flatten out the abdomen. However, a mini-tummy tuck, when performed properly, should re-contour your entire torso. It will also improve your posture. Both of which will help to make you look thinner.