I’m one day post op (I know, very early). When I looked down I was really upset as it doesn’t look like most other “after” pictures. Theirs lots of creasing near the scar? Dr said this will go in time but I’m not sure if this is true. Theirs a stitch above the new belly button, will this go? I had Lipo and tummy tuck and wanted to achieve a flat stomach.
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April 15, 2019
Answer: Will these vertical creases disappear after recent tummy tuck?
I encourage you to begin by visiting your surgeon for an evaluation and discussion of your concerns. At nine months post op you are seeing final results and should not be experiencing regular swelling. It may be that you are noticing visceral fat (internal fat that surrounds the organs) and...
Insurance may at times cover a procedure called a panniculectomy. This procedure simply removes the apron of hanging skin. This is not a tummy tuck, nor will it give the results of a tummy tuck. A tummy tuck is considered a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by insurance.
You mentioned you have reached your weight loss goal and are able to maintain it and are finished having children. Those are indicators that you are ready for your tummy tuck and liposuction procedures. Remember to closely follow your surgeons post op instructions for optimal results. Good...
