I'm thinking of having a Tummy Tuck but am worried about the possible scar from the procedure. How can I minimize tummy tuck scars? Would laser treatments help? If so, should it be ideally done at time of procedure or after recovery?
February 18, 2017
Answer: Minimizing scar after tummy tuck Thank you for your question. A properly placed tummy tuck incision will result in a scar that is quite low, and will hide beneath most underwear or bikini bottoms. Methods of reducing prominence of the scar include meticulous closure by the surgeon at the time of operation, scar massage, topical treatment with a silicone gel or scar sheets, and protection from the sun. In some instances, where the scar is darkly pigmented or remains prominent beyond 6 months post-op, resurfacing with a laser such as Fraxel can improve the appearance.
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February 18, 2017
Answer: Minimizing scar after tummy tuck Thank you for your question. A properly placed tummy tuck incision will result in a scar that is quite low, and will hide beneath most underwear or bikini bottoms. Methods of reducing prominence of the scar include meticulous closure by the surgeon at the time of operation, scar massage, topical treatment with a silicone gel or scar sheets, and protection from the sun. In some instances, where the scar is darkly pigmented or remains prominent beyond 6 months post-op, resurfacing with a laser such as Fraxel can improve the appearance.
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October 5, 2014
Answer: Scar gels Typically we apply nothing to the tummy tuck scars for 1 month to allow them to heal. After that there are new scar gels which contain growth factors which can really help the appearance of the wounds.
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October 5, 2014
Answer: Scar gels Typically we apply nothing to the tummy tuck scars for 1 month to allow them to heal. After that there are new scar gels which contain growth factors which can really help the appearance of the wounds.
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