Is it normal to already plan ahead for a scar revision post tummy tuck surgery?

Question

I have visited about 5 different doctors, but the most recent is the only one who has told me that post-surgery I will need a scar revision. I like the honest, in fact I think that is why I might choose this doctor. But is this normal? He mentioned the skin around my belly button is not strong enough so there would be complications in the future. Is that my only option? I was hoping this to be a one time sugery.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

A tummy tuck sometimes requires a scar revision. I have never told a patient to expect a scar revision but I let them know it is a possibility.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Gregarious477981,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, it is hard to predict future complications. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  We often don't plan for a revision but it is good that your surgeon has plans in place in case anything were to happen.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Typically scars from a tummy tuck heal favorably and no revision is needed.  If a patient's skin is such that she/he may be at higher risk for needing a revision it may be discussed with the patient prior to surgery, but it is not usually planned.

Mark Eberbach, MD · Answer

To be sure I understand, you are planning for a scar revision before any surgery.

While final scars can't be fully predicted, Bad scars requiring revision after TT are not common.

Perhaps you are being led down a path you created.

Good luck

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

I've never heard of planning a scar revision before doing ANY surgery, that sounds strange indeed. I'd be wary or ask again excatly what they meant, maybe you misunderstood.

Is it normal to already plan ahead for a scar revision post tummy tuck surgery?

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