How to Get the Most Out of Your Tummy Tuck

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A , or abdominoplasty, is one of the most popular body contouring for those who are who are or who have lost a significant amount of weight. When this happens, you may be left with sagging skin or around the abdomen. Skin laxity is resistant to diet and exercise. The best way to get rid of excess skin is through a tummy tuck at Centre for Surgery in London at our .

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While a tummy tuck is very popular, it is one of the few cosmetic surgeries that leave a noticeable scar. This can often be to people this procedure. However, it is to that the tummy tuck scar will usually look better than the of excess skin in the abdomen. The scars will also naturally fade over time. However, there are some things you can do to help minimise your scar.

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Before your tummy tuck procedure

Did you know that after your tummy tuck scar starts before you’ve even had the procedure? There are a few pre-operative steps you can take to ensure you have the most scar.

Before abdominoplasty, make sure you:

Ensure you only go to a qualified, experienced plastic . Check if they are registered with the GMC and are on the specialist register for . Make sure you meet with your surgeon before having the . Please find out how many times they have a tummy tuck, and ask to see before and after tummy tuck photos. This way, you’ll be able to see how their past have turned out and get an idea of how the scar will look on you.

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. constricts blood vessels, which leads to low oxygen and cell ischaemia, which can cause complications with wound healing. We that you stop smoking at least six weeks prior to your tummy tuck. You will also need to stop throughout the recovery period. tests may be carried out before you have your . If the surgeon thinks you have been smoking, they may the surgery to be too risky, and it may be cancelled.

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Make sure you know exactly where your . surgical will be used, so your scar may look from what you’ve seen in photographs. You may wish to bring your bikini into the consultation; this will give you an idea of where the scar will be and if it will be while you’re wearing it. The scar’s position will vary depending on where your excess skin is located.

After your tummy tuck surgery

your tummy tuck, there are several steps you can take to ensure your scar looks as good as possible. These include:

The surgeon will provide preoperative instructions that you must follow. This will help your wound heal faster and without the risk of complications.

Avoid vigorous physical for about 6 weeks, including heavy lifting. If you have young to look after, you will have to consider how they will be cared for during this period. heavy lifting and abdominal may damage the incision area. While you must avoid exercise, you are encouraged to be mobile as soon as . Walking around will help to prevent blood clots and will reduce swelling.

You may be or compression garments, but it is essential to check the site throughout the period. This will avoid the risk of infection. Infection can cause other problems, but it may also lead to a larger-than-necessary scar. Signs of excessive bleeding, increased or bruising, severe pain, or drainage from the wound, or a high temperature.

hydrated and eating a balanced diet can boost your immune system, helping the wound heal faster. During the recovery period, you may wish to take vitamin C or eat a protein-rich diet. It is also to avoid to ensure you do not have any .

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Your surgeon may or . These should be used once the site has closed and no more scabbing. When applied regularly, they can help the of the scar.

For the six months your procedure, it is essential to limit the amount of sun exposure the scar will get. You can do this by wearing clothing or by . When applying sunscreen, we SPF 50+. Scars react differently to the sun than the rest of your skin; if your scar is burnt, it may end up darker than your surrounding skin  and appear .

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What happens if you’re still unhappy with the tummy tuck scar?

The period may take up to 12 weeks; however, it may take a full year for the tummy tuck incision scar to fully heal. After this period, if you have a scar that looks aesthetically unappealing, there are numerous options you can undertake to improve the scar:

You can a scar revision, which will remove the scar and the skin. You will then be left with a new scar that looks smaller and neater than your original one.

Some offer as an option to improve the of scars. If you are considering this, it is best to check with your on how long you will have to wait after your before you can begin having laser treatments.

RF micro-needling, also known as  can significantly the of scars by stimulating and remodelling scars.

You can a variety of non-surgical options to the of a scar, including injections, microdermabrasion, and .

If you are considering a tummy tuck, it is important to that the results in a visible scar. However, there are treatment options to reduce and improve the appearance of these scars, and the thought of a scar shouldn’t put you off having the procedure when out by an expert surgeon at the Centre for Surgery.

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