I am scheduled to have a tummy tuck and lipo on April 4th. I have considered going to the tanning bed for a few sessions just to even my color before the surgery. I am filipino and tan rather easy and stay tan for a while. I was going to do it now because I will be avoiding the sun on my tummy area after the surgery. Will doing this affect the outcome of the procedure?
February 20, 2019
Answer: Tanning Bed Before Tummy Tuck Surgery? Tanning before your procedure should not cause any issues, however you should discuss this with your surgeon. It sounds like you know you will want to avoid exposing your tummy tuck scars to tanning beds and the sun for up to a year after your surgery. Good luck.
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February 20, 2019
Answer: Tanning Bed Before Tummy Tuck Surgery? Tanning before your procedure should not cause any issues, however you should discuss this with your surgeon. It sounds like you know you will want to avoid exposing your tummy tuck scars to tanning beds and the sun for up to a year after your surgery. Good luck.
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February 21, 2019
Answer: Tanning before surgery Thanks for your question. Tanning before surgery should have no impact on your upcoming surgery. However, I would not plan on any significant sun or UV exposure to your scars for up to 6 months following your procedure. This can make your scar permanently darker and not allow it to fade away appropriately. Good luck! I'm sure you will love the change.
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February 21, 2019
Answer: Tanning before surgery Thanks for your question. Tanning before surgery should have no impact on your upcoming surgery. However, I would not plan on any significant sun or UV exposure to your scars for up to 6 months following your procedure. This can make your scar permanently darker and not allow it to fade away appropriately. Good luck! I'm sure you will love the change.
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