Is it possible to hide a tummy tuck scar on a thin female? (Photo)

Much of our practice is devoted to minimally invasive, short incision tummy tucks for healthy moms.  Thin incisions result from clever surgical design and incision placement.  They don't predictably happen on their own.Scarring is half the battle; the other half is creating an abdomen that doesn't show obvious signs of surgery.  This means careful reconstruction of the umbilicus to mimic an unoperated umbilicus.  This takes time and care.

A tummy tuck incision (scar) can be located quite low in women of all shapes and sizes. The scar is generally hidden quite well in most swimwear and underwear. You appear to be a good candidate based on your photos. Consult with a few plastic surgeons in person if you would like to be certain that this is the right procedure for you.Best wishes,Dr.Bruno

Hello,The incision can be placed in the same location on any person: in the border between your thigh and abdomen, and low across the pubis. This will ensure the least visibility possible. Go visit a few ABPS certified/ASAPS member surgeons who specialize in body contouring. Best of luck!

How thin a patient is does not make an incision more or less hidden. The surgical planning and placement of the incision is what determines how easy it is to hide an incision under clothing. I have done tummy tucks on women who had no subcutaneous fat, just skin over muscle, and they had beautifully healed incisions that you could hardly see. I've also had patients with more subcutaneous fat that were still able to hide the incision under a string bikini. ;) How easy it is to hide is just one factor. My goal is not just to place the incision well, but to also make it as least noticeable as possible, even when uncovered. There are steps I can take as a surgeon to promote this type of healing, and there are steps you can take as a patient to help the scar heal as nicely as possible, and I explain all of the ways to optimize incisions during the consultation, as well as during the followup visits. There are so many options now regarding scar management

Based on the photos, it looks like you're a great candidate for a tummy tuck.  It looks like the scar should be well-hidden in your underwear line.  I would meet with a plastic surgeon who is experienced with tummy tucks so you can achieve the results you desire.  Good luck!

Thin females are fabulous tummy tuck candidates because they rarely gain excessive weight post op and secondly, because post op complications significantly increase with increased BMI. In all situations, we try to hide the incision under the swim suit (bikini) outline. We actually draw the incision on the awake patient, with her approval, to ensure the the placement is acceptable. One should remember however, that the length of the incision is whatever it has to be to minimize excess tissue left over at the ends of the incision (dog ears). Also, as far as the bikini goes, be aware that if she wears a string bikini, the string moves around and it may not cover the incision at all times. 

Based on your picture you seem to be  a great candidate for liposuction of your sides and a tummy tuck an in person consultation would be best for a detailed exam and evaluation.Always see  a board certified PS.

Dear brandee101,when it comes to tummy tuck incision I try to place it as low as possible so it can be invisible while wearing underwear or bikini. Based on your photos, you look like a great candidate for a tummy tuck. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

From the submitted photos you appear to be a good candidate for a tummy tuck. The scar can be placed low so that it can be hidden beneath most bathing suit bottoms and undergarments. The first step is to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation.

and there isn't a ton of loose skin, make sure you know where your scar will be as some surgeons have placed them very high, simply to avoid a vertical scar.  Based on your photos, and with your agreement after showing you what could be done, a recommendation for a mini-tuck with umbilical float (down one inch) would be made as this would also allow access for a full muscle plication if you were found to benefit from one.  Liposuction, which is part of the procedure, would be used to thin the upper abdomen and your scar will be low (2 inches above your vulva) so a bikini would easily conceal your scar and you would avoid the vertical scar.  Good luck with finding a good surgeon who can truly accommodate your wishes and give you what you want.