Mini Abdominoplasty in Brazil: Candidacy, Technique and Recovery
Mini abdominoplasty is a smaller-scope alternative to a full tummy tuck, aimed at patients with limited excess skin and muscle laxity below the belly button. At Belvivere Plastic Surgery, in Criciúma, Santa Catarina, Dr. June Favarin and Dr. Eduardo Favarin bring 20 years of experience and have cared for more than 8,000 patients from Brazil and other countries, with all procedures performed in a hospital setting.
Who Is a Candidate
A mini abdominoplasty is typically indicated for patients with good skin elasticity above the navel and localized laxity below it — often after modest weight loss or pregnancy. Patients with more extensive skin excess or muscle separation above the navel usually need a full abdominoplasty instead. This distinction is made during a physical evaluation, not from photos or a general description.
The Procedure and Its Risks
The surgery involves a shorter incision than a full tummy tuck and, in most cases, does not require repositioning the belly button. It is performed under anesthesia in an accredited hospital. As with any surgery, risks include bleeding, infection, seroma, changes in sensation and scarring, which are discussed individually before the procedure. It is often combined with liposuction of the flanks for a more complete result, when indicated.
Recovery
Recovery from a mini abdominoplasty is generally shorter than from a full tummy tuck, though it still requires activity restriction, a compression garment, and follow-up visits in the first weeks. Our team provides a detailed recovery timeline during the consultation and follows up in person during your stay in Criciúma.
Planning Your Visit
Patients traveling from other countries or other regions of Brazil are supported by a concierge team that helps coordinate travel logistics around the medical schedule. Contact Belvivere Plastic Surgery to schedule an individual evaluation, in person or by video call, with Dr. June Favarin or Dr. Eduardo Favarin.
This content is for general information and does not replace an individualized medical evaluation.
