A tummy tuck involves an incision on the lower abdomen to allow the surgeon to remove excess fat and skin and to tighten the abdominal muscles, if necessary. Dr. Pramit Malhotra specializes in lateral tension abdominoplasty. This method is more effective than a traditional tummy tuck because it shapes the waistline more dramatically, hides scars around the new belly betton, has a smaller scar, and has a low incision that is hidden beneath swimwear.

Many of Dr. Malhotra's patients have excess skin and muscle looseness only below their belly button. These patients are often fit but cannot lose the bulge in the lower part of their abdomen. This bulge typically will not recede because there has been a permanent stretch in the abdominal muscles that can only be restored surgically. A mini tummy tuck has the advantage of have a smaller incision, leaves the belly button intact, and still allows for muscle tightening below the belly button.