What is the Difference Between a Standard Tummy Tuck and a Mini Tummy Tuck?
Excess fat on the abdominal area is notoriously difficult to get rid of with exercise and diet alone. Struggling to achieve a thinner figure can be a very frustrating and disheartening experience. To give patients a viable method to achieve their desired body shape, Dr. John LeRoy can perform a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) or his signature Band Aid (Mini) Tummy Tuck.
Who is a good candidate for a Tummy Tuck?
There are many factors that can determine if a patient is a good fit for a Tummy Tuck procedure. It’s ideal for people with loose skin, excess fat or a protruding abdominal “muscle pooch” on their midsection that could be due to weight loss, pregnancy or other common factors. A Tummy Tuck is designed to safely contour the abdominal area to improve tone, shape and size. Individuals must be above the age of 18 to be undergo this type of cosmetic surgery. It’s also important to note that although this cosmetic procedure can create fantastic results, it’s not a substitute for a healthy diet and exercise. Tummy Tucks are purely cosmetic, so they don’t cure any health issues that arise from being overweight.
Band Aid Tummy Tuck
Dr. John LeRoy developed his signature Band Aid line over 20 years ago to provide patients with more subtle results and a faster recovery time than typical plastic surgery procedures. The Band Aid Tummy Tuck was developed to target skin and fat on patients who only need a small amount removed. The technique specifically focuses on regions of abdominal tissue that need the most attention. This allows for a less comprehensive surgery, which means it can be performed in office with gentle numbing and a shortened recovery time compared to a traditional Tummy Tuck.
The difference between a Traditional Tummy Tuck and Band Aid Tummy Tuck
The first step in determining which type of Tummy Tuck you need is to schedule an in-person consultation. It’s very important to go over your cosmetic goals in detail so that treatment can best accommodate your needs. Each patient has unique physical traits that will determine which type of Tummy Tuck will be the best fit.
The key difference between a Traditional Tummy Tuck and a Band Aid Mini Tummy Tuck is subtly. If you have a larger quantity of skin, fat or protruding muscle that you want to remove, then the traditional version of the procedure would be more appropriate. Therefore, patients who have smaller amounts of loose skin or pockets of fat might want to consider the Band Aid Tummy Tuck instead because of its emphasis on more refined results.
If you have any questions about either of our Tummy Tuck procedures, call our office at 404-843-0840. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter for helpful information about plastic surgery and updates about our monthly cosmetic specials!