Is it ok to get a tattoo over the incision scar from Mommy Makeover after 1 year?

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Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD, FACS · Answer

After a mommy makeover, it takes time for the implants to
settle (if you got implants) and it takes time for the swelling to resolve.
 This can take up to 6 months so I don't usually recommend any revisions
for that time. Specific questions about problems with the surgery are usually
best directed to the plastic surgeon who performed your surgery. Tatoos are okay later on...about 6 months.  Thanks
for your question!

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Once the scar has remodeledPatients occasionally will have tattoos done to camouflage the scar. Make sure it's okay with your own plastic surgeon before proceeding.

William T. Stoeckel, MD · Answer

As long as the scar has completely healed and is no longer inflammatory, you should have no problems with having a tattoo placed on top of it. Since you have waited for a year after surgery, I would suspect that you will have no problems.

Naveen Setty, MD · Answer

If you are one year after your procedure and your scar is well-healed, then there should be no problem in getting a tattoo over the area.  If you are getting the tattoo to cover the scar, you may want to consult with your surgeon to see if any scar revision may be possible that will improve it.  Good luck.

Christopher J. Morea, MD · Answer

There is no problem with getting a tattoo over your tummy tuck incision one year following your mommy makeover.

Ronald Levine, MD · Answer

If you haven't had any healing problems and your scar has matured then go right ahead with your surgeon's consent!

Eric Desman, MD · Answer

Great question. I see this more often as tattoos are more acceptable now than ever. As long as the scar has healed normally up to this point, you should be okay. Good luck.

Melinda Lirag Lacerna-Kimbrell, MD, FACS · Answer

It should be fine! You're healed from surgery so it should not have any negative impact from that. Thank you for your question and be sure to pick one you'll love!

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Yes, I have had several patients who have done just that. Pick your tattoo artist and design carefully. Best wishes.

Adam Saad, MD · Answer

It should be fine to get a tattoo over the scar at 1 year.  As long as the scar has matured nicely and isn't too red it should be fine.  Good luck!

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