Though some people assume that a “mini” tummy tuck is a less intense version of the surgery, the word mini actually refers to the area where fat is targeted. While a traditional tummy tuck removes belly fat above and below the navel, mini tummy tuck focuses solely on fat below the navel.
Mini tummy tuck is mainly appropriate for people who carry a small pooch of fat lower on the body - if you have significant abdominal fat above the belly button, addressing only the lower fat would yield unappealing results. During a consultation, Dr. Bulan can assess whether you would be a good candidate for the mini version of tummy tuck.