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Abdominoplasty scars can be quite complex, ranging from the simple hypertrophic scar to a multiplane inflamed keloid. Pigmentation, discoloration, chronic inflammation, scar visibility can all occur in the short term. We begin each treatment with combination therapy using Yellow broadband BBL, Vbeam, fractional erbium, intralesional IIT, and scar modulation. Start with a combination of Plato's Scar Serum massaged twice daily after one week of epithelialization followed by Luminase/Exfolase. Scar consultation and revision may be recommended. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon
We usually suggest our patients to wait at least 1 year before considering any revision, unless something is very serious and requires immediate treatment. It takes long time, 12-15 months in your age, for scars visible (outside) and invisible, much bigger (inside). That applies in particular for fat tissue lumpiness, irregularities, hardness. Message, application of ultrasound, pressure, would help to diminish and softer current firmness. These are issues to be discussed with your surgeon during your next visit. Good luck.
I think it looks fine. Some surgeons thin the midline effect for a more sculpted look. That may have been what happened and you have a nice result.
Dear ninanina10,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
You would need an examination to see what specifically is the problem and how to treat it. I would suggest going back to your surgeon and discussing your concerns.
Your photos are not totally clear with clothing blocking some of the view. I would suggest going back to your surgeon and discussing your concerns.
Dear Cindy blue, 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...
Abdominoplasty scars can be quite complex, ranging from the simple hypertrophic scar to a multiplane inflamed keloid. Pigmentation, discoloration, chronic inflammation, scar visibility can all occur in the short term. We begin each treatment with combination therapy using Yellow broadband BBL,...
Dear romance15, 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...
This is a common problem when the traditional priorities of 'getting the hole out' bumps into insufficient upper abdominal skin laxity; the result is a scar that is placed way too high. He's right, liposuction alone would not do much to the transition that exists at the scar, and if the doctor...
A bulging upper abdomen after a tummy tuck is almost always related to aggressive muscle tightening in patients with excess visceral fat. The lower abdomen gets tightened aggressively from the muscle plication and the abdomen bulges because there’s no room for the pressure of the visceral fat. ...
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