How soon after surgery ( tummy tuck) can I apply temporary tatoo to my scar?

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Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. 4-6 months is enough time to get a tattoo. Then, if you talk to your surgeon and get approval, there is no obstacle to having a tattoo. I wish you all the best.

George Commons, MD (retired) · Answer

Forget the tattoo for 4 months.  Give you incision time to heal.  Even though temporary you may react to the dye and a mess results.   Surgical scars are serious business.  Let Mother Nature do her work for at least 4 to 6 months and then you can consider a tattoo if your operating surgeon approves.   My Best   Dr C

Vincent D. Lepore, MD (retired) · Answer

Although a temporary tatoo is less traumatic to the skin than a permanent tatoo,  the pigments can still potentially affect healing.  Check with your plastic surgeon before applying anything to the tummy tuck incision line.  Best wishes.

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