Would Tummy tuck scar tissue and prior liposuction interfere with SculpSure or its Efficacy?

Cynosure, the
manufacturer of SculpSure, listed scar tissue, which can be caused by
liposuction and is certainly caused by a tummy tuck, as a contraindication.
This suggestion was based on the thought that scar tissue reacts to the
SculpSure laser by heating at a faster rate than fat cells, and thus scar
tissue could affect effectiveness and comfort of the treatment. However, there
had not been any clinical study of the actual effect of scar tissue on the
treatment.

Based on anecdotal evidence, however, and our
discussions with the scientists behind the SculpSure laser, this
contraindication was given more out of theoretical concern than real evidence.
In fact, our experience has been that most patients can easily treat around any
major scar tissue formations with ease and comfort, and still achieve the
desired outcome with SculpSure.

Since you know you have some scar tissue, you
need to select a physician with extensive body contouring experience, and they
should perform an exam to locate your scar tissue (it can be felt by skilled
fingers through the skin), and then create a treatment plan that places panels
based upon your scar anatomy.

Thank you for an excellent question.  SculpSure is a phenomenal and customizable treatment for body contouring. The applicators are very versatile and can target small areas of irregularity. I have treated many patients who had prior abdominal surgeries like Tummy Tuck as well has liposuction, with no problems.  Patients are actually encouraged to have SculpSure treatment after LipoSuction for even a more defined result.  Some patients who have some irregularities that are common with liposuction, are very happy that SculpSure exists, because it saves them the downtime. Hope this helps, Best. Dr.Avaliani

Thank you for your question.Sculpsure is a non-invasive fat reduction laser for stubborn or resistant areas of the body.  You should not place applicators in areas with decreased sensation,  because the lack of sensation can cause burns. You should wait until you have fully regained your sensation before applying the applicators in those areas. Prior liposuction would not interfere with the Sculpsure treatment.Good luckThank you

I appreciate your question.Sculpsure is a great treatment and adjunct for stubborn areas even if youve had prior surgery.It should not be done over the numb area of a tummy tuck since it can burn you.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

You can treat areas that have been previously treated with liposuction. I would not suggest treating directly over a tummy tuck scar. Also, it's important that you have full feeling in the area being treated. Good luck!

Sculpsure works by penetrating through the dermis and selectively targeting fat cells.  If fat is present in the targeted area, it is likely respond to Sculpsure in the manner described in the studies (24% reduction).  Sculpsure would be contarindicated in a situation of a large ventral hernia, but will not affect a tummy tuck scar.

Sculpsure is a non-invasive lipolysis device that leverages
controlled and targeted hyperthermic laser. The technique dives past your
dermis for minimal absorption and then penetrates deeply to destroy
subcutaneous fat. As such, it is unlikely that the tummy tuck scar tissue and prior liposuction would interfere with SculpSure ot its efficacy, however, I suggest you consult a board certified facial plastic surgeon to receive
the highest quality knowledge, treatment, care and skill available. A consultation provides you the opportunity to relay your
concerns and desired outcome to the surgeon while the surgeon can assess your
health profile and discuss his/her pertinent advice.

Nobody knows the effect of sculptsure on areas of prior surgery or prior non invasive treatments.  It is likely it will work the same if there is enough fat.  Best, Dr. Emer.

No. The panels can easily be placed around any scars from a tummy tuck or liposuction. In fact, SculpSure can be a great procedure for "fine tuning" your surgical results. Hope this helps. 

We often treat patients who have had prior liposuction or surgeries such as tummy tuck. The applicators can easily be placed around scars.