I have seen pictures of tummy tuck after photos and been concerned by the small vertical scar I see in some along with the expected horizontal scar. Are these scars a normal part of the procedure or due to some other type of repair? Also, are there always scars around the belly button and why are these so hard to see in the after photos while the horizontal ones are so pronounced?
Answer: Small vertical scar after tummy tuck
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October 25, 2016
Answer: What Type of Tummy Tuck Surgery Necessitates a Vertical Scar As Well As a Horizonal One? Thank you for the question.Sometimes, especially for patients with a relatively short torso and/or minimal redundant abdominal wall skin, a short vertical scar is necessary ( in addition to the usual transverse tummy tuck scar). This vertical scar results from closure of the previous umbilical opening and prevents excessive tension upon closer in the midline of the tummy tuck incision line. If this vertical incision is not used, patients may end up with wound healing problems and much wider scars.Sometimes these vertical scars can be revised/ removed ( usually one year or more after the tummy tuck surgery). I hope this, and the attached link, helps.
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October 25, 2016
Answer: What Type of Tummy Tuck Surgery Necessitates a Vertical Scar As Well As a Horizonal One? Thank you for the question.Sometimes, especially for patients with a relatively short torso and/or minimal redundant abdominal wall skin, a short vertical scar is necessary ( in addition to the usual transverse tummy tuck scar). This vertical scar results from closure of the previous umbilical opening and prevents excessive tension upon closer in the midline of the tummy tuck incision line. If this vertical incision is not used, patients may end up with wound healing problems and much wider scars.Sometimes these vertical scars can be revised/ removed ( usually one year or more after the tummy tuck surgery). I hope this, and the attached link, helps.
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August 6, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck with vertical incision
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August 6, 2018
Answer: Tummy tuck with vertical incision
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Answer: Small vertical component to tummy tuck scar Thank you for your question. For most people, the standard tummy tuck scars iinclude a horizontal scar at the lower portion of the abdomen and a circular scar around the belly button. However, when a person does not have a significant amount of excess skin of the abdomen and/or has a very short torso, the surgeon is not always able to remove the whole cut in the skin around the original position of the belly button. That hole is pulled down and moved to the lower portion of the belly and is ultimately closed as a small vertical scar. Whenever patients consult with me to discuss a tummy tuck, I always mentioned the possibility of a small vertical scar even if I think they will likely not have one following surgery. It is always best to discuss all possibilities so that our patients are not surprised following surgery. I hope this information has been helpful. As always, consult with board certified plastic surgeons to discuss your options. Best wishes!
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Answer: Small vertical component to tummy tuck scar Thank you for your question. For most people, the standard tummy tuck scars iinclude a horizontal scar at the lower portion of the abdomen and a circular scar around the belly button. However, when a person does not have a significant amount of excess skin of the abdomen and/or has a very short torso, the surgeon is not always able to remove the whole cut in the skin around the original position of the belly button. That hole is pulled down and moved to the lower portion of the belly and is ultimately closed as a small vertical scar. Whenever patients consult with me to discuss a tummy tuck, I always mentioned the possibility of a small vertical scar even if I think they will likely not have one following surgery. It is always best to discuss all possibilities so that our patients are not surprised following surgery. I hope this information has been helpful. As always, consult with board certified plastic surgeons to discuss your options. Best wishes!
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February 28, 2012
Answer: Role Of A Vertical Scar In Tummy Tuck Surgery
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February 28, 2012
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