Tummy tuck scar placement with high cut swimwear and lingerie in mind?

When considering a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) with the goal of wearing high-cut swimwear and lingerie, scar placement is crucial to ensure that the scar is as inconspicuous as possible. Here are some key points to discuss with your surgeon to achieve the best results:

Pre-Surgery Consultation:

Bring examples of the swimwear and lingerie styles you prefer. Visual aids can help the surgeon understand your desired scar placement.
Discuss your lifestyle and fashion preferences in detail. This will help the surgeon plan the incision accordingly.
Incision Placement:

Low Horizontal Incision: The incision is typically placed low on the abdomen, just above the pubic area. For high-cut swimwear and lingerie, the incision should be positioned to follow the natural crease where the thigh meets the torso.
Extended Incision: If you require an extended tummy tuck (due to more significant skin removal), the incision may be longer. Ensure it follows a line that will remain hidden under high-cut garments.
Mini Tummy Tuck: If only a small amount of skin needs to be removed, a shorter incision may be sufficient and easier to conceal.
V-Shape or U-Shape:

Discuss whether a slight V or U shape to the incision might better suit your preferred swimwear and lingerie styles. This can help the scar follow the contours of your garments more naturally.
Aftercare:

Follow all post-operative care instructions meticulously to promote good healing and minimize scar appearance.
Use recommended scar treatments, such as silicone sheets or gels, to improve scar quality.
Protect the scar from sun exposure, which can darken it and make it more noticeable.
Surgeon’s Experience:

Choose a board-certified plastic surgeon with experience in performing tummy tucks for patients with similar aesthetic goals.
Look at before and after photos of the surgeon’s previous tummy tuck patients to ensure their results align with your expectations.
By discussing these points with your surgeon, you can work together to achieve a tummy tuck scar placement that is as discreet as possible, allowing you to confidently wear high-cut swimwear and lingerie.

Scar placement and length is influenced by the amount of skin removed. When the tummy tuck is performed your surgeon must be able to redrape the tissues so that you have a beautiful abdominal contour as it heals. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon for a consultation. She/He can demonstrate what to expect in terms of the incisions during an examination.