Lower abdomen swelling after 3 months tummy tuck. (Photos)

The abdominoplasty incision interrupts both lymphatic and venus drainage causing swelling above the incision which may last a very long time.  The lower abdomen and upper thigh area below your abdominoplasty incision had less fat than your abdomen per se, therefore you still have not only swelling but residual abdominal fat which is bulging above your incision.If you were my patient, I would liposuction your abdomen as a second stage procedure which would eliminate the "step off" appearance.  At this point, I suggest you discuss possible options with your Board Certified plastic surgeon.

You need to give it more time and be patient, you will not see the end results for about 12 months continue to follow up with your PS to discuss your concerns.

will cause a prolonged swelling time. You will simply need more time to heal from your surgery, realistically, 9-12 months is the time frame you should be looking at to heal completely after having a hematoma.