Does a Tummy Tuck Remove Stretch Marks?

·       Do you know two leading causes for requesting a tummy tuck surgery are pregnancy and significant weight loss?

·       Do you know tummy tuck surgery addresses stretch marks to some extent due to the involvement of excess skin excision as an additional benefit?

·       Do you know the prominent scar caused by tummy tuck surgery is often positioned under a bikini line so it can be perfectly hidden under underwear?

·       Do you know many people feel that a well-positioned scar looks better than the often-extensive stretch marks removed with the excess skin?

Tummy tuck surgery is the most sought-after cosmetic surgery in Bangalore, as many women often worry about stretch marks occurring in the aftermath of childbirth or significant weight loss.

During a tummy tuck surgery, Dr. Karishma Kagodu, MS, M CH., a board-certified plastic surgeon and head of Kaesthetics, Indiranagar, also contributed to Kinder Women’s Hospital, Whitefield, Bangalore, noted that some stretch marks get removed with a tummy tuck, as stretch marks happen to be located on the excess skin that is excised. However, a tummy tuck does not remove stretch marks outside that area. Therefore, the procedure only helps move or lowers some stretch marks during surgery, but stubborn marks on your hips will remain post-surgery. So, you must follow patient post-op instructions, including scar care measures that your plastic surgeon discussed during the follow-up sessions.

Stretch Marks and Tummy Tuck

A tummy tuck surgery aims to remove excess, loose skin, and fat deposits from the abdominal region while tightening the weakened or separated muscles. Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck, to some extent, remove stretch marks in the extra skin, as these skins are targeted to be removed during the operation. On the other hand, stubborn marks present outside of that area remain in their place, requested another excisional surgery. The excisional surgery involves cutting the skin containing stretch marks, and the procedure is performed in a specific situation, mainly when there is significant skin excess.

Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks

ASPS (American Society of plastic surgeons) stated that tummy tuck surgery addresses many of your problem stretch marks, as stretch marks between your bikini line and belly button can be alleviated with the surgery. In addition, the scars present outside of that area, such as hip scars, will be moved lower because the remaining skin is stretched down. 

The Benefits of the Tummy Tuck Concerning Scar Management:

Patients concerned about scars must know that tummy tuck surgery also leaves some scars, like other surgery. But it is the positive aspect that scars typically fade with time, followed by the right post-op measures. Usually, scars are often positioned under the bikini line so they can be perfectly camouflaged.

Who are the Ideal candidates for Tummy Tuck Surgery:

1.    Those struggle with excess hanging skin and stubborn fat pocket deposits in the abdominal regions.

2.    Have stretched or separated abdominal wall muscles

3.    Patients are physically healthy and have no medical history of chronic illness or any severe medical conditions

4.    Do not smoke or are willing to follow the no smoking rule during pre-and-post surgery for a few months.

5.    You must be close to your ideal weight before receiving a tummy tuck.

6.    Have realistic goals for the procedure.

Note: If you are a new mother, plastic surgeons require you to wait at least a year after giving birth, as kid care during the recovery process can cause compromised healing.

Schedule your Kaesthetics Tummy Tuck Consultation:

As a board-certified and expert plastic surgeon, Dr. Karishma Kagodu understands that every individual requires a custom-tailored plan for tummy tuck surgery. During your in-person consultation, she will evaluate your problem status and determine if an abdominoplasty could accomplish your goals.

Call us at +91 8042036382, +91 9108969006, or +91 7624809006 today to schedule your one-on-one consultation. We welcome patients nationally as well as internationally.