Will I have visible scars from a tummy tuck?

 For most patients, the scar from a tummy tuck can be placed low enough that the scar can be hidden in underwear and bathing suits.  You might need to choose the right garments to accomplish this but it can be done.  Once in a while, there isn't enough extra skin to make the scar as low and the... more

You will always have a scar with a tummy tuck.  The trick is how to hide it under your clothing or bathing attire. If you are having a mini-abdominoplasty, this is usually not a problem.  The scar is shorter and is usually quite easy to hide. With full abdominoplasty or tummy tuck, hiding the scar... more

A tummy tuck is a type of contouring procedure, hence the following principle applies: you must accept some degree of scar for the better form.  The good news is that a skilled plastic surgeon can place your scar low in your bikini-line/waist line. After 8-12 months of healing and scar massage... more

If you only have loose skin below your belly button, then a mini tummy tuck called the bikini tummy tuck can be done which places the incision beneath your bikini line. I actually have patients bring the bikini or underwear to the OR so my incision can be planned in the appropriate place. If you have loose... more

A good Plastic surgeon will design and hide the scars within the confines of your favorite underwear / bathing suit. (Certain limitations DO apply - some of the minimalist, tooth floss like designs which barely cover crucial genital territory will not be able to cover the scar). The goal of a well... more

Yes, it will be visible, but easy to hide. Some scars can be hidden very easily and can heal to be almost a line. This depends on a variety of factors such as skin tone, skin quality, genetics, and skin tension. Usually by one year, most scars are fairly well healed and lightened in color. Patients with... more

The scars for a tummy tuck depend on the placement of the original incisions. The designs vary tremedously and depend on surgeon's experience, preference as well as the patient's anatomy and existing scars. I tell patients to bring in a desired garment that they would like to wear after surgery to help guide... more

There are usually two scars after a tummy-tuck.  One is low across the lower abdomen and the second is around the belly button.  All scars are visible to some extent.  Ideally they fade to a thin, flat, white line.  However, the question is usually is the scar visible when wearing a bikini... more

After reading the answers to your question, I agree and think you have recieved GREAT advice. Yes, you will have scars after a tummy tuck...however, in our quest for perfection as plastic surgeons, we strive to place these scars in positions that you can conceal. It is imperative that you discuss where you... more

Los Angeles moms tend to be extremely conscious of these incisions. When I perform my Mommy Makeovers, I intentionally keep the scar as low as possible so that my patients can wear their lingerie, bikinis and "hip-hugger" blue jeans. The real "tip-off" that someone had a tummy tuck is... more