The Mini Tummy Tuck

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Is troublesome sagging, stretched tissue on your lower stomach holding back your confidence when wearing fitted clothing or swimsuits? Genetics, pregnancy, weight loss and general ageing can all leave us with this unwanted excess tissue, and unfortunately, efforts we make in diet and exercise are often ineffective in resolving it.

For those looking for a solution, a mini tummy tuck (mini abdominoplasty) is an increasingly popular surgical procedure to correct excess tissue in this region, leaving an aesthetically pleasing contour.

What is a Mini Tummy Tuck?

Targeting the lower abdomen (lower stomach), a mini tummy tuck removes excess loose skin and fatty tissue between your tummy button and pubic area, leaving a flatter and firmer stomach. Abdominal muscles that have been weakened or stretched can also be repaired and tightened with a Mini Tummy Tuck if necessary. The standard tummy tuck procedure, in comparison, targets the whole stomach area, removing excess skin both below and above the stomach button.

Is a Mini Tummy Tuck the best option for me?

A mini tummy tuck is best for those who are at a healthy, stable weight, with a small amount of stubborn excess skin and fat between the tummy and pubic region. The stomach of mini tummy tuck patients may have a ‘crinkly’ or sagging appearance and protrude slightly, experiencing some or no lower abdominal overhang. However, a full tummy tuck may be more appropriate for those with a large amount of sagging excess skin.

Both men and women are eligible for the procedure. However, it is advised that women looking to have children discuss their situation with a surgeon before making a decision, to ensure they can achieve long-lasting results.

The best way to find out if this procedure is the best option for you, however, is to arrange a mini tummy tuck consultation with an expert abdominoplasty surgeon, who will assess your individual case and advise the most suitable course of action.

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What does the mini tummy tuck procedure involve?

An incision is made in between the hips, along the base of the abdomen, typically following the pubic lining. The skin is separated carefully and excess fat and skin in between the pubic area and tummy button is discarded. If required, torn or stretched muscles will also be pulled together and stitched into place, tightening the muscles. There is no incision around the tummy button in this procedure, as takes place in a full tummy tuck procedure.

Mini tummy tucks are shorter and smaller procedures than a standard tummy tuck, usually lasting between 1 and 1 and a half hours. They can often be performed using local anaesthetic but a limit exists on the amount to be removed without general anaesthetic. The procedures offer a slightly quicker recovery and lower, more easily hidden scar than the standard procedure. This scar will also fade over the years.

How much does a mini tummy tuck cost?

An exact cost quote for a mini tummy tuck can usually only be obtained following a surgeon consultation, as the exact requirements in the procedure will vary for each patient. This is the case at The Private Clinic, however, the average cost of our mini tummy tuck procedures starts at £6,665.

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At The Private Clinic, we work with our partnered finance provider ‘Chrysalis Finance’ to offer 0% finance* to our patients. Get in touch to find out more.

Why choose The Private Clinic for Tummy Tuck surgery?

We are multi-award-winning Cosmetic Surgery provider.
We have over 40 years’ experience in Medical Cosmetic treatments.
We only use experienced and trusted surgeons with the highest professional qualifications.
We pride ourselves on being able to offer dedicated post-operative care and appointments with your surgeon and nursing team.
We offer a 24 hour help line should you need to contact us at any point during your recovery.
Your procedure will be carried out at our state of the art hospital facilities in Fitzroy Square with no hidden costs.
You will have a designated Patient Coordinator who will provide you with a comprehensive abdominoplasty patient guide and you will be able to call them with any questions as much as you need, throughout your Private Clinic journey.
We believe that we are competitively priced for the expertise and professionalism that we are able to provide for every patient.
We offer a range of different abdominoplasty surgical techniques.
Our Cosmetic Surgeons will recommend the most suitable procedure for the results you wish to achieve.
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Consultations with an experienced tummy tuck plastic surgeons are available in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton.

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Tummy Tuck Surgeons

Please see below a list of our abdominoplasty surgeons;

Mr William Van Niekerk, MB ChB, MSc, MRCS, FRCS (Plast), FCMI, RAF (qs). GMC Number: 4362791
Ms Helena Antoniadou, MBBS, MD & Surg (Hons), FRCS (Eng). GMC Number: 3700956
Mr Maisam Fazel, MA(Cantab), MB BChir, MSEd, FRCS. GMC Number : 4767420
Mr Giuseppe Di Taranto, MD. GMC Number: 7614248
Sandip Hindocha – Consultant Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon, MD, MPhil, MBChB, MRCS, MFFLM, FRCS (Plast). GMC Number: 6122218
Ms Rieka Taghizadeh, MBChb, MRCS (Glas), FRCS (Plast), GMC Number: 4743910
Mr George Samouris, MD. GMC Number: 7064009

Get in touch

To arrange a tummy tuck consultation with one of our specialist surgeons you can do so by calling 0333 920 9135 or use our tummy tuck online contact form to arrange a call back.