The decision on what type of tummy tuck to get will depend on what type of results you would like. The fact that you have had four pregnancies lends itself to benefiting from a full tummy tuck.
A full tummy tuck would provide the best overall result since the procedure will allow: full skin tighteningfull abdominal wall repair belly button rejuvenation
Seek consultation with several board certified plastic surgeons that can show you good before and after photos. (Remus Repta, MD, Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon)
I rarely advocate “mini-lifts” because they offer “mini – results”!A complete well done Tummy Tuck should be seen as a functional, anatomical and cosmetic operation – one of the most difficult and sophisticated in plastic surgery.
It should address all areas involved in better contouring of the abdomen, back and entire torso. It should include liposuction of the back and flanks, full muscle reconstruction with plication and improvement of the flanks and waist line and skin removal.
The umbilicus repositioning should be carefully and artistically done since it is always very visible and focus of attention on a beautiful rejuvenated abdomen! (Renato Saltz, MD, Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon)
I think you would be a great candidate for a full tummy tuck. While I can’t say with 100% certainty over the internet, I’d be willing to bet that you have a fair amount of skin laxity and muscle diastasis. A mini tummy tuck is only meant to excise the skin below the belly button. A full tummy tuck will tighten that muscle wall and address the loose skin above the belly button as well as below. Make sure to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon in person. (Brian Reedy, MD, Reading Plastic Surgeon)
Remember a mini tummy tuck resects little to no skin so that if you have hanging skin, you will need a modified tummy tuck. remember even with tummy tuck you may have a bit roll when you lean you over. see a board certified PS to let them examine you. best of luckdavid berman md (David E. Berman, MD, Sterling Plastic Surgeon)
Mini Vs Full Tummy Tuck
You will get the best result with a full tummy tuck as the laxity in your upper abdomen including muscle protrusion and skin can be addressed but the mini only will address the lower abdomen in most hands. There are in-between procedures called modified abdominoplasties where the scar is limited and liposuction can be performed in the upper area or some combined procedures. Seek out a board certified PS to go over your options. (David Liland, MD, Dallas Plastic Surgeon)
Full vs mini tummy tuck for lower lower stomach flap
The choice of full or mini tummy tuck depends on several factors including your desired result, the difference in recovery and risks, and the cost. A full tuck will tighten the entire abdomen while a mini tuck mainly improves the lower abdomen, so it depends on your goals. A full tuck involves more surgery, and the healing time and risks are generally higher. (William Andrade, MD, Toronto Plastic Surgeon)
Leaning towards a mini tummy tuck over a Full tummy tuck in your presented case. But only in person opinions count, seek some. (Darryl J. Blinski, MD, Miami Plastic Surgeon)
The aesthetic problems involve the entire abdomen both above and below the umbilicus. A full abdominoplasty will allow restoration of youth between the rib cage in the pubic area. A lesser procedure will be disappointing. (Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD, Atlanta Plastic Surgeon)