In most cases this incision is approximately 4 8 inches long which is similar to the size of a c section scar.
Tummy tuck vs c section scar.
Discuss with your surgeon if in fact you are going to have one.
We will talk about the differences between a full tummy tuck and a mini tummy tuck.
The plastic surgery.
During a mini tummy tuck a slightly smaller incision is made low on the belly.
In general most patients can have the tummy tuck scar located at the c section site but understand that every patient is different.
A mini tummy tuck is one in which there is a very little amount of skin excess usually below the belly button and the incision leaves a scar a little longer than a c section scar explains luis macias md a double board certified plastic surgeon at marina plastic surgery in marina del rey ca.
If you have an unsightly c section scar and a small amount of extra fat and skin on the lower abdomen that won t go away with proper diet and exercise then a mini tummy tuck may be right for you.
However a tummy tuck won t correct stretch marks outside of this area.
If you ve previously had a c section your plastic surgeon might be able to incorporate your existing c section scar into your tummy tuck scar.
When we do a tummy tuck the scar will be a little wider than your c section scar.
Unlike a full tummy tuck this incision can be hidden close to the pubic region so it will be easily concealed beneath swimsuit bottoms and underwear.
The truth is that even if you see some skin tightening after having a c section most of the time surgery is the only way to remove the excess skin.
I will show you where you can expect your scar to be during the consultation.
A tummy tuck can also remove stretch marks and excess skin in the lower abdomen below the bellybutton.
For mothers who are scheduled to have a baby via cesarean delivery.
When to get a scar revision.
A tummy tuck abdominoplasty is the one sure way to remove the excess skin that you may try to hide with spanx.
Surgical options for removing the c shelf tummy tuck.
I will show you how we tighten your waistline with the muscle repair.
