I gained 100 pounds being pregnant. After years gained weight. Finally decided to get myself healthy. I lost 60 pounds 20 pounds off from goal.
Answer: Scar results are dependent on both the patient and the surgeon Thank you for your question and great job losing your excess weight. You have significantly improved your health. Your scars will be better if your surgeon uses only buried sutures so that you won't have any stitch marks. I strongly recommend taping over your incisions for several months which can improve scarring significantly. Look closely at the before and after photos of the surgeon that you choose and make sure that you see a surgeon that is board certified. J. McMahan, M.D. (Columbus, OH)
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Scar results are dependent on both the patient and the surgeon Thank you for your question and great job losing your excess weight. You have significantly improved your health. Your scars will be better if your surgeon uses only buried sutures so that you won't have any stitch marks. I strongly recommend taping over your incisions for several months which can improve scarring significantly. Look closely at the before and after photos of the surgeon that you choose and make sure that you see a surgeon that is board certified. J. McMahan, M.D. (Columbus, OH)
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Answer: Tummy tuck scars Scarring is a very real concern when considering a tummy tuck. Best to look at many before and after photos to see if they are tolerable. Also good to discus the scar's location on your body with your plastic surgeon.
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Answer: Tummy tuck scars Scarring is a very real concern when considering a tummy tuck. Best to look at many before and after photos to see if they are tolerable. Also good to discus the scar's location on your body with your plastic surgeon.
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October 25, 2013
Answer: Scars From what you describe you may need an abdominoplasty type procedure. For the majority of patients the trade off of scar vs. improved contour is well worth it. Most patients have very accepted scars. Of course a small percent of patients have less satisfactory scars. Your surgeon should discuss your expected scars with you prior to surger.
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Answer: Scars From what you describe you may need an abdominoplasty type procedure. For the majority of patients the trade off of scar vs. improved contour is well worth it. Most patients have very accepted scars. Of course a small percent of patients have less satisfactory scars. Your surgeon should discuss your expected scars with you prior to surger.
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October 24, 2013
Answer: How bad are scars with having excess skin removed above belly button? The scars are largely governed by the intrinsic healing properties of the patient. Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of tummy tuck procedures each year. Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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Answer: How bad are scars with having excess skin removed above belly button? The scars are largely governed by the intrinsic healing properties of the patient. Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of tummy tuck procedures each year. Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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November 14, 2013
Answer: Tummy Tuck Scars Any time there is an incision made on the skin, a scar will result. Most women who have that much excess skin will opt for the scar even though it can be quite extensive and certainly your PS will try to place it low enough so that it is not visible when wearing a bikini etc. However everyone heals differently and therefore it cannot be guaranteed how well you will heal. It is essential that you see a board certified plastic surgeon who can assess you and go over expectations of the procedure. All the best.
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November 14, 2013
Answer: Tummy Tuck Scars Any time there is an incision made on the skin, a scar will result. Most women who have that much excess skin will opt for the scar even though it can be quite extensive and certainly your PS will try to place it low enough so that it is not visible when wearing a bikini etc. However everyone heals differently and therefore it cannot be guaranteed how well you will heal. It is essential that you see a board certified plastic surgeon who can assess you and go over expectations of the procedure. All the best.
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