Will my stretch marks improve in appearance or will they remain the same even after I have healed from my full abdominoplasty? I have included some photos of my incision and belly button. Additionally, the skin around my incision line appears gathered and not flat. Will this issue resolve on its own?
Congratulations, usermadison! Please don't worry. The current appearance of the marks may seem worse due to swelling, which can be magnified in stretch marks. Over time, the marks will settle down and should look significantly better than before surgery. This process may take several months, but I hope they will look great for the summer. All the best.
Thank you for your question and for sharing your post-surgery photographs. At one month after your tummy tuck, your results will continue to improve as swelling subsides and your incisions heal. The puckering and gathering of skin around your incision is normal and will gradually smooth out as the dissolvable sutures dissolve. Your stretch marks may also show some improvement in appearance over time. Initially, they may appear more prominent due to the tension from removing excess skin and fat. As your tissues relax, you should see overall improvement. I hope this clarifies the situation.
Swelling and gathering of sutures are common concerns at this stage after a tummy tuck. They will improve with time, and comparing before and after photos with the plastic surgeon can help reassure and encourage patients.
Stretch marks may return to their preoperative appearance after 2-6 months following a tummy tuck. They are scars and can be improved with various treatments, so consulting with a qualified plastic surgeon is recommended.
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