Mr Reza Nassab performs mini tummy tuck surgery in Manchester, with consultations at CLNQ, Deansgate Square, and additional clinics in Knutsford. Under local anaesthetic the procedure may be carried out at CLNQ, Deansgate Square; under general anaesthetic it takes place at Deansgate Hospital in the city centre. A mini abdominoplasty aims to remove a modest overhang of skin and fat below the belly button through a shorter scar. It costs from £8,000 under local anaesthetic or £10,000 under general anaesthetic, and the £150 consultation is charged separately.
The procedure in brief
A mini tummy tuck targets the lower abdomen only. A low incision, usually placed within the underwear line, allows a crescent of loose skin and fat to be removed, and the lower abdominal muscles can be tightened if they have separated. The belly button normally stays where it is. It is well suited to people with a small ‘pouch’ after pregnancy or weight loss whose upper abdomen is firm. Those with laxity above the belly button are usually better served by a full abdominoplasty.
Consultation at CLNQ, Deansgate Square
Your consultation with Mr Nassab takes place at CLNQ, Deansgate Square, Manchester. He will discuss your goals, pregnancies, weight history, general health and lifestyle, then examine the abdomen standing and lying down to assess skin laxity, fat and muscle separation. This examination decides whether a mini or full tummy tuck, or liposuction, is most suitable. Photographs are taken for planning, and you will receive a written quote. A second consultation is encouraged so you have time to consider everything. You are welcome to bring a partner or friend, and to ask about anything that is unclear, from scar position to how the result may change with future weight fluctuation.
On the day of surgery
A mini tummy tuck under general anaesthetic takes place at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre, while one under local anaesthetic may instead be carried out at CLNQ, Deansgate Square. After admission you will meet the nursing staff and, for a general anaesthetic, your consultant anaesthetist, and Mr Nassab will go through the plan again and make markings with you standing. Mr Nassab will advise which anaesthetic suits you. Many patients go home the same day or after one night, wearing a compression garment and with written instructions, medicines and a contact number.
Travelling from Greater Manchester and the North West
Patients travel from across the city and wider region, including Salford, Stockport, Oldham, Bury, Trafford and Warrington. As you will not be able to drive for around two weeks, arrange for someone to take you home and stay with you for the first night or two. If your journey is longer, plan comfortable seating and short breaks to walk, which helps circulation. Loose, high-waisted clothing that sits above the scar makes the trip home more comfortable. Patients who live further away sometimes choose to keep their first follow-up appointments in the city, so it is worth considering how you will get to and from these visits before you book.
Follow-up and aftercare in Manchester
Aftercare is arranged close to the hospital. A nurse wound check typically takes place around one week after surgery, followed by reviews with Mr Nassab over the following months at CLNQ in Manchester or Knutsford. Most patients return to desk work within one to two weeks and resume full exercise at about six weeks. Our recovery guide gives a detailed timeline, and the team can be contacted between appointments with any concern.
Who is suitable?
Suitable candidates are adults aged 18 and over, in good health, at or near a stable weight, non-smokers, and ideally with no plans for further pregnancies. Realistic expectations are important: a mini tummy tuck is not a weight-loss procedure and does not treat laxity higher on the abdomen. Risks, including seroma, wound healing problems and blood clots, are explained in the risks guide.
Cost and finance
A mini abdominoplasty is from £8,000 under local anaesthetic or from £10,000 under general anaesthetic. This includes surgeon and anaesthetist fees, hospital and theatre costs, your garment and routine follow-up. The final figure is confirmed after examination and may be higher if liposuction is added; if diastasis repair is needed, it is performed as part of a full tummy tuck, from £12,500. Finance may be available through Chrysalis Finance; Reza Nassab Ltd is a credit broker, not a lender. Full details are in the mini tummy tuck cost guide and on the prices page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Manchester hospital is used for a mini tummy tuck?
Surgery under general anaesthetic is performed at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre; under local anaesthetic it may be carried out at CLNQ, Deansgate Square.
Where are consultations held in Manchester?
At CLNQ, Deansgate Square, Manchester. Consultations are also available in Knutsford.
Is a mini tummy tuck a day-case procedure?
Many patients go home the same day, while others stay one night. This depends on the extent of surgery and your health.
How long is the scar?
It is shorter than a full tummy tuck scar and usually sits low within the underwear line, although the exact length depends on the skin removed.
Can liposuction be added?
Yes. Liposuction of the flanks or upper abdomen can be combined where appropriate, which will be reflected in your quote.
