Are you frustrated by a stubborn belly bulge that won’t respond to healthy eating and exercise? Many patients who struggle with extra skin in the belly area wonder if a tummy tuck is the answer — but did you know that you might not need the full procedure? Patients with less severe loose skin that’s mainly in the lower abdomen might be a good candidate for a mini tummy tuck instead.
At our Montreal practice, Dr. Arie Benchetrit offers mini tummy tucks to smooth and tighten the lower abdomen with minimal scarring and less downtime. With over 35 years of experience and thousands of successful surgeries, Dr. Benchetrit is one of Montreal’s most trusted plastic surgeons. He’s double board-certified in both plastic and general surgery and uses advanced techniques that promote confidence and natural-looking results.
What Is a Mini Tummy Tuck?
A mini tummy tuck is a less comprehensive version of a traditional abdominoplasty. It focuses on loose skin and small fat pockets below the belly button. Unlike the full tummy tuck, this version typically doesn’t reposition the navel and involves a smaller incision made just above the pubic area.
The mini tuck tightens lower abdominal muscles and removes excess skin, creating a smoother, flatter profile. It’s especially helpful for those who have lost skin elasticity after pregnancy or weight loss, but who still have firm upper abdominal muscles.
Factors to Consider For Mini Tummy Tuck Candidates
- Problem Area: Mini tummy tuck candidates are mainly bothered by skin or fat in the lower abdomen, not above the belly button. The best candidates typically have excess skin, stretch marks, or small pockets of fat that are confined to that area.
- Health: Candidates should be non-smokers, close to their goal weight, and free from medical conditions that could affect healing.
- Abdominal Wall Separation: Mini tummy tuck candidates don’t need muscle repair above the belly button. A mini tummy tuck addresses the lower abdominal wall only and isn’t right for patients with full abdominal muscle separation.
- Recovery Time: Most mini tummy tuck patients enjoy a faster recovery compared to those undergoing full abdominoplasty.
- Family Plans: Pregnancy after a tummy tuck can undo the results. Ideal candidates don’t plan to get pregnant and are looking for a long-term improvement.
- Realistic Expectations: A mini tummy tuck delivers subtle, natural refinement, not a dramatic transformation. It’s ideal for people who need only minor changes to feel more confident.
Mini Tummy Tuck in Montreal and Pointe-Claire, QC
If you think a mini tummy tuck might be right for you, we’re here to guide you in Pointe-Claire and Montreal, QC. Call Dr. Arie Benchetrit’s Montreal office at 514-695-7450 to book your personal consultation.
