What can I use to diminish my tummy tuck scar?

The best evidence is for any type of silicone based scar cream or strips. These can be expensive.  Unfortunately, the studies comparing different options are not great, so really giving your scar time to heal is best. Remember, it takes a year to see what your final scar is really going to be like! Good luck!

Thank you for your question.  Each surgeon has a different protocol for scar treatment after surgery. It would be best to contact your surgeon in person and see what they reccommend. For my patients, At 8 days post op, most still have tape or dermabond over their incisions. We start to evaluate scarring at about 2 weeks post op. I have found Silagen Silicone Strips and Silicone Gel to help with raised or red scars. These treatments must be used everyday for months to see results. It is not an overnight process. I hope this helps. Good Luck!