Stretch marks after tummy tuck

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Can your stomach be pulled too tight after tummy tuck that you will get new stretch marks ?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  For most patients undergoing a tummy tuck they most likely had stretch marks already present which became more visible as a result of the tightening of the skin.  These stretch marks should improve in appearance as the swelling in the skin improves and the skin begins to relax.  Hang in there!

Matthew H. Steele, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.   It is variable which women will get stretch marks with pregnancy, weight loss, etc.  Stretch marks below the belly button can typical be removed with a tummy tuck.  Those above the belly button are pulled down tight which diminishes their appearance.   I think it would be extremely unlikely to cause new stretch marks with the skin tightening of a tummy tuck.  Good luck.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry, stretch marks form during hormonal surges like puberty, pregnancy, and massive weight gain.  Most likely you had the stretch marks already and they are in a new location or more prominent.  Please discuss with your surgeon, good luck.

John Dean, MD · Answer

Stretch marks occur during periods of rapid growth, which stretches the skin, AND a hormonal change.  While the skin is pulled tight with a tummy tuck, there isn't usually any hormonal change that is occurring and thus NEW stretch marks will not occur.

Ali Sadeghi, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question. Most, if not all of the stretch marks will be removed during a tummy tuck procedure.  If you have these stretch  marks above your belly button, it will be more difficult to remove.For the best outcome an in office consultation is necessary with a board certified plastic surgeon.Good Luck

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