Tummy tuck 5 weeks post op and my hips have an indentation. Will they even out? (photos)

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Hello, i was hoping to get a second opinion on my results. It’s been 5 weeks after TT with lipo to tummy, flanks and back. Im still swollen around waist esp. from back. I had a tiny circle of necrosis and 1 week ago at center of incision, my PS debrided it and now it has closed and has a brownish scab on it. Im worried about my hips they are indented- upper part is tight and lower at level of incision is softer. PS told me its because he pulled everything very tight. Will it even out? Thank you

Hayley Brown, MD, FACS · Answer

Contour irregularities to include area of fullness or depressions are to be expected for months after body contouring surgeries. Scar tissue and swelling can contribute to the wavy contours. I recommend massage of the sides, but check with your doctor to make sure that is ok, and be patient. It can take 6-12 months for things to improve to the point where you can make an accurate assessment of the final results.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It is still very early in your recovery and more changes can be expected.  Typically the skin bunching that is concerning you will flatten out over the coming weeks and months as healing continues.  Be sure to closely follow your surgeon's instructions for optimal results.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello. Great question. Congratulations on your procedure. There is still swelling present, which misguides the final results. It can take up to six months for all the swelling to go down.

Charles Nduka, MD · Answer

You are still early in the healing process and what you are experiencing is not uncommon. Indentations and creases on the skin are normal at this point in time. Usually, it takes around 6 months to heal from a tummy tuck surgery. Your scars are also still tight and it takes around a year to fully heal. The best course of action would be to have a little more patience and wait for the full 6 months before concluding your results.

Brian Coan, MD, FACS · Answer

Great Question!You are still in the very early stages of recovery. There can be many irregularities while the healing process continues over the course of 3 months, 6 months and even up to a year! Keep an eye on things and communicate with your surgeon on the changes or if things don't seem to improve. Best Wishes.

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