Classic ‘Full’ Tummy Tuck
This is the most common type of tummy tuck and focuses on restoring the shape and contour of the abdominal area.
The incision is typically made above the pubic hairline and below the belly button, and travels from hip to hip.
During this type of tummy tuck, the six-pack muscles can be reconstructed if needed.
Also, during this procedure the belly button is repositioned after the excess skin and fat have been removed.
Mini Tummy Tuck
This is an alternative to the classic tummy tuck that works for those who have a small amount of excess skin below the belly button, also called a ‘pooch.’
Just like the classic tummy tuck, the incision is made above the pubic hairline, but it is much shorter and may only be a few inches long.
Unlike in the classic tummy tuck, in a mini tummy tuck the belly button is not repositioned and there are no incisions around the belly button.
Extended Tummy Tuck
This type of tummy tuck benefits those who have excess tissue not only in the abdominal area but also the hip or lower back ‘love handle’ regions.
This involves an incision that is placed above the pubic hairline and travels around to the back of each hip.
Also, just like in the classic tummy tuck, the six-pack muscles can be repaired and the belly button will be repositioned after the excess tissue is removed.
Reverse Tummy Tuck
Some patients have a lower abdominal area that is toned but have an upper abdominal area that has excess skin and fat.
For these patients a classic tummy tuck would not be of much benefit, instead, a reverse tummy tuck is recommended.
The incision is placed under the chest or breasts, the excess skin and fat are removed, and the upper abdomen is tightened upwards.