What can I use or do to flatten the tummy tuck incision scar? (Photos)

I recommend scar revision and this can be done under local anesthesia. At the same time or later, you can use steroids to help prevent the hypertrophic scars.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

When the body produces an excess amount of collagen it can cause Hypertrophic scarring. The most common type of Hypertrophic scarring is Keloids. These can cause a raised tummy tuck scar that may be a deeper red or darker brown than the rest of your skin. Laser resurfacing treatments like HALO and Profractional can make scars less noticeable by smoothing their texture.