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How Soon After Tummy Tuck Can I Have Laser Hair Removal Near the Scar?

asked 4 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Vivek Bansal, MD
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Tags: surgery scar, timing

I am 8 months post op from a full tummy tuck. My pubic line was changed with the procedure and my scar is a w shape. I'm wanting to get laser hair removal to create a nicer bikini line. To accomplish this they will have to go over/or very near my TT scar. Is there any harm in this? Its the GentleMax laser laser that is being used. Ive heard this is a similar laser thats used to lighten other scars. Would I possibly see a increase lightening in my scar with laser hair removal?

1 answer to How Soon After Tummy Tuck Can I Have Laser Hair Removal Near the Scar?

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When the scar is healed, usually at 4-6 months. The scar will be fully healed at about a year, but you can treat the hair sooner.
Vivek Bansal, MD

Danville Plastic Surgeon

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