How to Fix Folds of Skin from Tummy Tuck?

April 18, 2009
Asked By:TATA3 in LONGVIEW, TEXAS

I'm 6 weeks post-op and I'm very concerned about the vertical folds of skin along my belly button after my full Tummy Tuck surgery. Doctor says it will relax over time he said I had a huge hernia and very bad muscle damage leading to this appearance when skin was pulled back together. I had no fat in my stomach. I was not expecting a result like this at all. Can anyone help me and tell me what I need to do next? Due to what happened, I'm searching for another doctor to repair this damage.

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Answer: Give it time for loose vertical skin to contract after tummy tuck

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Answer: Longer compression time may help skin contract

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