A tummy tuck is not a one-size-fits-all procedure. Depending on your needs, there are different approaches that target specific areas of the abdomen. In Tummy Tuck in Dubai, surgeons select the most suitable type of tummy tuck to match a patient’s body shape, goals, and the amount of excess skin or muscle laxity present.
A full tummy tuck, also known as a traditional abdominoplasty, is ideal for individuals with significant excess skin and stretched abdominal muscles across both the upper and lower abdomen.
Skin removal: Excess skin from the area above and below the belly button is removed.
Muscle repair: Tightening of the abdominal wall helps create a firmer core.
Belly button repositioning: The navel is reshaped and placed naturally within the new contours.
This type offers the most dramatic transformation and is common after major weight loss or pregnancy.
A mini tummy tuck is suited for people who have mild to moderate excess skin and minimal muscle separation, typically below the belly button.
Smaller incision: Located just above the pubic area.
Focused improvement: Targets only the lower abdomen.
No major navel repositioning: The belly button usually remains in place.
This option is less invasive, with a shorter recovery time, but it provides more subtle changes.
An extended tummy tuck is designed for individuals who have loose skin and fat not only in the front of the abdomen but also around the sides and lower back.
The decision depends on: