In most cases this incision is approximately 4 8 inches long which is similar to the size of a c section scar.
Tummy tuck c section scar.
Keep in mind however that a tummy tuck involves its own incisions and post operative scarring.
One of the first questions women ask when considering a tummy tuck after a c section is whether or not the procedure can get rid of their scar stretch marks and other cosmetic flaws.
For women with a c section scar and pooch a tummy tuck can remove the excess skin protruding above the scar as well as tighten and smooth the overall belly area.
When we do a tummy tuck the scar will be a little wider than your c section scar.
On the other hand adhesions typically refer to scar bands within the abdominal cavity around intestines.
C section scars often cause indentation that is smoothed by the tummy tuck.
We will talk about the differences between a full tummy tuck and a mini tummy tuck.
I will show you how much of the c section shelf is from fat and skin.
It can be entirely removed too.
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.
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.
However a tummy tuck won t correct stretch marks outside of this area.
C section tummy tuck scar before and after surgery video recording.
Abdominoplasty tummy tuck can be excellent for removing prior c section scars and other pregnancy related changes of the abdomen.
During a mini tummy tuck a slightly smaller incision is made low on the belly.
A tummy tuck abdominoplasty is one of the top five cosmetic surgical procedures in the united states for women ages 30 to 39.
With a traditional tummy tuck an incision is made hip to hip and depending on the location of your c section scar.
I will show you how we tighten.
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.
A mini tummy tuck is a procedure that removes excess fat and skin below the belly button only.