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How Long Do You Have to Wait Before Exposing the Tummy Tuck Scar to Sun?

asked 1 year ago by anon
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 201 times
Tags: scar, sun protection

1 answer to How Long Do You Have to Wait Before Exposing the Tummy Tuck Scar to Sun?

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Tanning, sunscreen, sunblock after a tummy tuck

I generally advise my paitents to wait at least 3-4 months beforme considering tanning after a tummy tuck. However, I advise sunblock directly to the scar as long as it remains red.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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