Can my tummy tuck scar be lowered? (Photos)

Question

Hello doctors, I am interested in lowering my tummy tuck scar. I'm aware that I may not be able to have it lowered much, but I would at least like for the scar to be straight. The original surgeon extended the scar too much and I ended up with 'dog ears'. The scar is not straight and it bothers me. Do you think the markings for my desired scar are realistic? Any information helps.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Scars can be temporary or permanent and there are many aspects of scars that can be improved. During your consultation, we look to determine the textural changes, hypopigmentation, hyperpigmentation, scar color, scar contour depth, scar atrophy, inflammation, and scar thickness. Once complete, a HIDEF protocol is established that includes pigmentation protocols to either lighten or darken scar tone, retexturization of scars, inflammatory mediators, lasers, and contour correction. All of these require time and multi-plane correction.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

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