What surgery is required to correct my c-section scar? (Photo)

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I had a c-section eight months ago and have been left with a horrible indented scar. The rest of my stomach it completely flat however the contour of this area makes my stomach look deformed. What surgery would be required to correct this?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Hidef liposuction with scar release can help improve your scar vs. surgical scar revision. Our office specializes in scar revision. Massage the area with Plato's Scar Serum.Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  Based on
your photographs, you are a candidate for a surgical scar revision with re-draping of the skin flap to ensure a smooth contour of your lower abdomen.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Mark Taylor, MD · Answer

This C-section scar appears to be sunken and adherent and also appears to have uneven texture and color. This type of scar usually responds well to subcision and Fraxel 1550nm laser treatment.   Occasionally, treatment with a laser like the PicoSure Laser can be used to even out the color.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

Scar revision surgery will be needed to improve the C-section scar.  Follow up with your surgeon for scar management to assure that you heal well.

What surgery is required to correct my c-section scar? (Photo)

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