6-months post-op - Will this crease at the top of my tummy tuck scar go away? (photos)

These kind of things generally settle out after surgery. I would have expected it to have gone down by the 6 month mark so there is a possibility it may not go away.

From your description I understand that you have a vertical and horizontal scar and that you have developed a crease at the top part of the scar, recently, now that you are six months past your tummy tuck surgery.

This can certainly happen after the type of tummy tuck you are describing. The skin closure is normally nice and tight with a tummy tuck surgery, however, because the skin surrounding the scar has laxity, it will relax after the procedure. It may relax a bit more over the next few months.

The crease will not go away on it's own. Sometimes additional surgery to take more skin is done to enhance the original result however I advice you to wait at least another 3 - 6 months before making a decision on that to get a better idea of how everything will ultimately heal.

Dear jensmith0710,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery