Mini Tummy Tuck in Baton Rouge

Although diet and exercise are wonderful methods for losing weight and toning your figure, they aren’t always enough to get rid of loose skin or excess fat around the lower abdomen. While a tummy tuck can be a great way to tighten up the abdomen, it isn’t necessarily right for everyone. If you’re interested in a less invasive way to tone the area below your belly button, a mini tummy tuck could be a perfect option.

What Is a Mini Tummy Tuck?

A mini tummy tuck is a cosmetic surgical procedure used to tighten and tone the abdomen below the belly button. The surgery, which is performed to remove excess skin and fat, is less invasive than a traditional tummy tuck.

How Much Does a Mini Tummy Tuck Cost?

Because a mini tummy tuck is a cosmetic procedure, it typically will not be covered by insurance. On average, the surgery costs between $4,000 and $8,000. During your consultation with Dr. Stephens, he’ll be able to give you more precise information about the cost of your procedure.

What Are the Benefits of a Mini Tummy Tuck?

For anyone unhappy with loose skin or excess fat on their lower abdomen, a mini tummy tuck can offer some or all of the following benefits:

Tighter, more toned abdominal area
Eliminates excess fat below the belly button
Increased self-confidence
Additional wardrobe options
More youthful figure
Shorter recovery time than a traditional tummy tuck
Less scarring than a traditional tummy tuck

Tummy Tuck Testimonial

“I’ve been wanting this surgery for years now, and this is the best thing I have done. Dr. Stephens explained how exactly the surgery would go. He walked me through each little step, and he gave me the confidence I needed to go with him to decide to do my tummy tuck. And even though I’m a mom of three kids, this surgery has definitely changed my life.”

Cassandra B.

Who Is a Candidate for a Mini Tummy Tuck?

Adults who would like to tone and tighten their lower abdomen could be good candidates for a mini tummy tuck. To be an ideal candidate for the surgery, you should meet the following requirements:

Be in good physical health
Be finished having children
Be relatively close to your ideal weight
Have realistic expectations
Have the desire to tighten your abdominal muscles and/or skin
Have stubborn excess fat around the lower abdomen

What Should I Expect During the Surgery?

If you think a mini tummy tuck may be right for you, the first step will be a consultation with Dr. Stephens. During this discussion, you can tell the doctor about your specific aesthetic goals and ask any questions you have about the surgery. Dr. Stephens will work with you to create an effective treatment plan that fits your unique needs.

A mini tummy tuck is typically performed as an outpatient procedure with general anesthesia. Once you’re asleep, Dr. Stephens will begin by making an incision between four and eight inches long in your lower abdominal area. Then, depending on your treatment plan, the doctor may tighten your abdominal muscles or remove excess skin. In some cases, liposuction will be performed as part of the procedure to eliminate excess fat. Finally, Dr. Stephens will close your incision with sutures and bandage the area. In total, the surgery typically takes between one and three hours to complete.

Tummy Tuck With Neo-Umbilicus Technique

Recovery After Mini Tummy Tuck

Patients typically have to wear a compression garment for two to three weeks after undergoing a mini tummy tuck. You’ll need to rest for two to three days after the surgery, but after that, you should be able to gradually resume light activity. However, you will need to refrain from strenuous physical activity for at least five or six weeks.

Why Choose Dr. Stephens for a Mini Tummy Tuck?

When you go with Dr. J. Anthony Stevens for your mini tummy tuck procedure, you’ll be under the care of a highly talented and experienced plastic surgeon. Dr. Stephens is a board-certified plastic surgeon who takes great pride in helping people achieve the body of their dreams. He and his team will work hard to ensure that you have a comfortable experience and achieve the superb results you deserve.