How can a tummy tuck scar be lowered? (Photo)

December 28, 2016
Asked By:WesleyJ in Orange City, FL

I am one month post op and have noticed that my scar is incredibly high across the front (especially on my left side). When I put my underwear on, the entire scar is visible. I can pull them up to cover the center, but the sides are still very visible. There might be enough loose skin above the scar on the right side to pull the scar down, but it's pretty tight on the left side (where it is easily 3 inches above my waistline. There was plenty of skin beforehand, so I am unsure why the scar is so high.

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