Tummy Tuck Scar

I am only 13 days PO and very happy with my TT. I am a little concerned about the puckering and lifted scar.I knew the stretch marks would remain but never thought about them being sewn together. How can I expect this scar to heal and look in the future? What therapies do you suggest? I trust what my PS says, just curious of other opinions!

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12 Doctor Answers | Asked by SarahBug in Baltimore, MD

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Incision post-op tummy tuck surgery

At this point in time of your recovery, it is normal for your incision to appear puckered and raised. As the internal sutures dissolve, the scar will relax, flatten, and straighten out. During the first 2-4 months, the incision may look dark, pink, or red. It may take several months before you see a significant improvement in the appearance of the scar. However, with tincture of time, the scar will usually fade. There are many silicone products available, such as Hybrisil, to aid in the... more

Tummy tuck scar

What I notice in particular about the scar is it's asymmetry more that anything else. This is actually pretty easy to fix, but may require a scar revision at a later time. Right now, it is far too early to consider additional surgery of any kind. The scar however, typically will improve, on it's own over the course of several months. Some doctors recommend using certain creams to improve the appearance of the scar and this might help to some degree. The most commonly used cream is... more

All you need to do is allow time.

Glad you are pleased. It appears you are healing normally. There is nothing for you to do but avoid ultraviolet exposure on the scar (and don't smoke). I cannot see your belly button very well but it looks like it's doing fine. Gradually the scar will flatten, the irregularities will smooth out, and it will start to fade. This takes a long time, over a year. I don't think applying silicone sheets makes any difference.

Tummy Tuck Scar

Will improve in time, but follow your surgeons postop protocols for scar treatments. I wonder if the placement of the incision was an issue?

Tummy tuck scars take several months to mature

Greetings, Between 2-3 weeks after tummy tuck, the scars generally look their worst. They can be raised, red and thick, all of which are normal components of wound healing. Every surgeon recommends a different regimen of scar care to their patients, meaning that there is no one right solution. Given the current appearance of your incision, I would expect is to soften, flatten and fade considerably over the next several months to 2 years. Hope this helps. All the best - Dr.... more

Tummy tuck scars

Tummy tuck scars can take a long time to settle, and 13 days is way too early to assess them. A lot of the gathering and puckering may settle down over time, and if the scar is not as good as you would like, a scar revision is not necessarily a big procedure...certainly much less than the tummy tuck was. When the incisions are well-sealed at maybe 3-4 weeks, if your surgeon agrees, you can start to wear silicone sheeting. Reassess the scars with your surgeon at maybe 6... more

Tommy tuck Scar

You are less than two weeks after your syrgery . Even though your scar may look suboptimal at this time, I am certain it will improve in next six months. If you were going to remain concerned there is always a possibilty of having the surgery to be revised.

Impression of scar following a tummy tuck

Two weeks following a tummy tuck is way too early to be able to determine the final outcome in the appearance of the scar. You will probably see more inflammation and firmness over the next 6 weeks before you begin to experience an improvement. Full scar maturation may take a year or even longer. A topical silicone gel or silicone gel sheeting can be applied to the scar for a period of several months to help facilitate you obtaining a better outcome. You should also protect the scar from... more

Early appearance of tummy tuck scar

Your scar will take several months to flatten out and lighten in color. I would follow the recommendations of your plastic surgeon and consider using a silicone tape or silicone gel to help accelerate the healing process. Just be patient for now; scars can actually take up to one year to achieve their final appearance. Best wishes, Dr.Bruno

Tummy tuck scar therapy

You are quite early in the post op period. With time ridges and skin puckering will diminish and resolve. The final scar appearance will take take up to one year to appreciate. One option to consider to help improve overall scar appearance is the use of silicone sheets during the next three to four months. Talk to your plastic surgeon and get his opinion.

Tummy Tuck Scar

You are in the very early post op period, so it is way too early to start getting worried about the incision / scar. You will be surprised about how much improvement there will be over the next few months. If you post a before picture, we may be able to comment better on your results. Good Luck.

Scarring after tummy tuck

13 days is very early in the healing process. You will see many changes as the scar and surrounding skin continue to heal. Often, the upper incision and lower incision are slightly different lengths. When the two are closed resulting in your final scar, there initially may be "pleats" of skin where the discrepancy in length was accounted for. As your body heals, these skin irregularies will smooth out as the remaining skin remodels. Likewise, the scar will... more