I am going to have a tummy-tuck in a few weeks and I want to be proactive when dealing with the future appearance of my scar, would micro-pigmentation help me achieve a scar-less appearance to my tummy- tuck?
February 27, 2021
Answer: Micro pigmentation (tattoo) is a poor method to conceal a scar after tummy tuck Tummy tuck does leave a low transverse scar at the pantie line which should be positioned so that it is easily covered by clothing. Even after the best of healing the scar may still appear white or pale in color and will not tan. It is tempting to think that light over-tattooing will help conceal the scar, and there was a time years ago that scar tattooing was accepted as an alternative, especially facial scars. The skin tones and shades however are very difficult to match, and in fact will change by season, sun exposure, and by aging over time. The micro pigmentation or tattoo is easy to pick up and can become more noticeable than the scar alone. My advice is to wait after tummy tuck for full scar maturity and healing; this may take up to two years. The better alternative is self tanners or a spray tan if you are out and about with very little on. You will get a better overall skin tone, and some sun protection as well.
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February 27, 2021
Answer: Micro pigmentation (tattoo) is a poor method to conceal a scar after tummy tuck Tummy tuck does leave a low transverse scar at the pantie line which should be positioned so that it is easily covered by clothing. Even after the best of healing the scar may still appear white or pale in color and will not tan. It is tempting to think that light over-tattooing will help conceal the scar, and there was a time years ago that scar tattooing was accepted as an alternative, especially facial scars. The skin tones and shades however are very difficult to match, and in fact will change by season, sun exposure, and by aging over time. The micro pigmentation or tattoo is easy to pick up and can become more noticeable than the scar alone. My advice is to wait after tummy tuck for full scar maturity and healing; this may take up to two years. The better alternative is self tanners or a spray tan if you are out and about with very little on. You will get a better overall skin tone, and some sun protection as well.
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November 25, 2013
Answer: Wait and see how it will heal first In many occasions the tummy tuck scar heals very well and there is not need to use micro-pigmentation. I would wait until the surgery is done, use silicone sheets if needed. I had one patient who did this for a body lift scar and it turned really nice.Best of luck with your surgery!
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November 25, 2013
Answer: Wait and see how it will heal first In many occasions the tummy tuck scar heals very well and there is not need to use micro-pigmentation. I would wait until the surgery is done, use silicone sheets if needed. I had one patient who did this for a body lift scar and it turned really nice.Best of luck with your surgery!
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