What You Need to Know About Tummy Tuck Scarring

10/08/2023

What You Need to Know About Abdominoplasty Scarring

Every surgical procedure, whether cosmetic or reconstructive, carries certain risks. One of the most predictable outcomes of surgery is the formation of a scar. Abdominoplasty (commonly called a tummy tuck) is no exception. Scarring is a natural part of the healing process after surgery. While abdominoplasty scars vary in length, shape, and location depending on the type of procedure performed, there are ways to support healthy healing and reduce the risk of problematic scarring. This article explains the different types of scars that may occur, what scar placement looks like for each kind of abdominoplasty, how scars change over time,

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