Will tummy tuck pleating go away? Should I have to pay my surgeon to fix this? (Photo)

Thank you for your question.  At almost 6 months things will have generally plateaued and in my experience the pleating or dog ears will not improve much more.  Most surgeons do not charge for revisions aside from straight costs to the facility but policies vary.  I find it useful in at least 10% of my own patients to do a touch up lipo and/or tidy up of the scar after 6 months in order to get them the best result long term.  Everyone heals differently and patients have variations in skin elasticity or stretch marks as well as the degree of swelling after surgery.  I would see your board certified Plastic Surgeon after the 6 month mark and discuss how to get you the result that was desired.  Best Wishes!

It's still a little early to fully judge your results but it does appear some revisions would be helpful in improving the overall look. Typically surgeons will work with you to make touch ups to get you more of the result you hoped for. Many touch ups can be done in the office surgical suite under local anesthesia.

I am sorry to hear about
your concerns. In many cases, mild skin pleating can resolve itself with time.
However if the issue is still prevalent at the 6 month mark, a revision will
most likely be necessary. Based on your photos at 22 weeks, it is likely that a
revision procedure will be necessary to correct the dog ears and skin pleating.
I recommend reaching out to your surgeon to discuss these concerns. Best of
luck!

Dear TooyoungtobeoldAlthough minor pleading generally resolves over time, at 6 months, this degree of pleading will likely stay. I would consider scheduling a revision at 9 months or so post op. In most practices, surgeons would not charge for the revision or just charge costs and patient pays for the anesthesia and hospital expense.

Since at 6 months the pleats are still present, you should discuss touch up with your plastic surgeon. Some minor skin issues are common and usually fixed under local in the office.