Will I have tummy tuck scars?

If you undergo a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedure, it is likely that you will have scars as a result. Tummy tuck scars are an inevitable part of the procedure, as the surgeon will make incisions in the abdominal area to remove excess skin and fat and tighten the underlying muscles.

Tummy tuck scars after 5 years will depend on the extent of the surgery and the technique used by your surgeon. Typically, the scar will be located along the lower abdomen, above the pubic area, and may extend horizontally from hip to hip. In some cases, a second incision may be made around the belly button.