Hello. I had a tummy tuck in October 2023 so just over 6 months ago. I had sever skin folds across my stomach and although most have flattened there is one that is still here despite how much compression I used during the first 6 months as instructed. I no longer wear my comoresssion garment and now I wonder whether this fold will be permanent and I’m extremely self conscious about it.
May 3, 2024
Answer: Surgical revision It looks like this fold will most likely be permanent since it’s already been 6 months since your surgery. Please see your surgeon to discuss how this can be smoothed out. It may require surgical correction.
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May 3, 2024
Answer: Surgical revision It looks like this fold will most likely be permanent since it’s already been 6 months since your surgery. Please see your surgeon to discuss how this can be smoothed out. It may require surgical correction.
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April 16, 2024
Answer: Skin fold after tummy tuck Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, this skin fold was likely the result of your excess skin being pulled in centrally. This could be fixed with a revision procedure. Your surgeon should be able to help with this. If your surgeon is not able to help, then 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
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April 16, 2024
Answer: Skin fold after tummy tuck Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photographs, this skin fold was likely the result of your excess skin being pulled in centrally. This could be fixed with a revision procedure. Your surgeon should be able to help with this. If your surgeon is not able to help, then 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
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