Is it common and or dangerous to remove internal stitches of a tummy tuck preformed 7 years ago?

After a couple of months the internal repair should be healed enough to hold together without the sutures. However removing them may require almost re-doing the tummy tuck in order to do that. If the most bothersome ones are only in the lower abdomen, then it would be like a mini tummy tuck.

Hello and thanks for putting this question on RealSelf.com.It is unfortunate that you are having this problem.  It is an uncommon problem but not to be unexpected using that type of suture material in a thin person.I would have to agree with other physicians who answered your question to only have individual stitches removed that are the most bothersome.  I do believe it would be quite an undertaking to have to remove all of the stitches and completely re-do the tummy tuck.This is one of the reasons that I do not use that type of stitch.  Other softer and just as permanent stitches do exist.  Hope this helps you.Dr Spies

Thank you for your question. Sorry to hear the sutures are causing so much discomfort years after your tummy tuck. I suggest only removing the ones causing the discomfort. Re-opening the entire incision will result in more pain. Please see a board certified plastic surgeon for an in-person examination. Hope this helps and good luck!