Can having psoriasis affect getting a tummy tuck?

Prior to elective surgery, patients need to optimize their underlying medical conditions.  Active infections would postpone surgery. Depending on the exact location of the psoriasis, your dermatologist and plastic surgeon can determine if abdominoplasty is appropriate.   Risks and benefits should be discussed at consultation.

I appreciate your concern but your skin condition should not affect your desire to have Tummytuck. Check with your dermatologist first. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Good Luck!

Hello and thank you for your question.  I have performed tummy tucks on patients with psoriasis who have done well.  The key is to have close communication with the medical physician who treats your psoriasis.  As long as your medication regimen is stable and you do not have any skin outbreaks at the time of surgery, it is okay to have a tummy tuck.  If you are an appropriate candidate for a tummy tuck, this can be done through a low and short
incision, all completely below the bikini line. 
The belly button can be designed to look natural and have no scars on
the exterior.   Your muscles can also be
plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. 
Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of
real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate
their results.  The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are
comfortable with. 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