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Can DIEP flap scar be revised to sit lower? (photo)

Lianna254Jan 13, 2025
I had my DIEP flap reconstruction done in three phases. My main concern is that my abdominal scar sits quite high above my waistline, which makes me very self-conscious. I’m wondering if there’s an option to revise the scar and lower it closer to where a typical tummy tuck scar would be?

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