Tummy tuck is safe after cesarean
Many of my tummy tuck patients have had multiple cesarean sections and come in upset at the effect on their abdominal musculature, skin tone and appearance.
The operation does not go near the uterus itself. As for scar adhesions from the previous surgeries, this requires careful dissection.
The scar from the prior cesarean sections is removed, along with the excess skin, the muscles are tightened and the wound is closed with attention to detail to produce a finer, linear scar.
A tummy tuck will have no negative effect on your health. (Robert L. Kraft, MD, New York Plastic Surgeon)
It is quite common to do a tummy tuck after one or more cesarean sections. The surgery does not penetrate the muscle wall and the heavy internal scarring or quality of the uterine wall are not an issue when considering a tummy tuck. (Ronald V. DeMars, MD, Portland Plastic Surgeon)
Previous cesarean sections do not increase risk of tummy tuck.
1) Women who have had C-sections are actually more likely to have tummy tuck, because the scar acts as a ledge with skin and fat overhang. Risk is the same (low) with or without previous C-section. 2) Women who have had previous C-section find the tummy tuck recovery easier, because the pain and stiffness following C-section is worse. (George J. Beraka, MD (retired), Manhattan Plastic Surgeon)
Tummy Tuck is a safe operation with amazing results
I hope they are healthy bundles of joy. Without seeing photos it’s impossible to give an accurate assessment. With that said, and reading your history, you are probably an excellent candidate for an abdominoplasty / tummy tuck. The procedure is very safe and is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries. It’s popular because the results are typically outstanding. Make sure you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon so that you have the best chance of achieving your goal. (Justin Yovino, MD, FACS, Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon)
Abdominoplasty after multiple cesarean-Sections?
I presume you are finished having children. If so, and if you are close to the weight you desire, and in otherwise good health, then an abdominoplasty should be safe and helpful. I suggest you see a couple of experienced board certified plastic surgeons for consultations. They will examine you and answer your specific questions. If you are concerned about your uterus, you needn’t because a tummy tuck will not in any way affect it. (William H. Gorman, MD, Austin Plastic Surgeon)
Tummy Tuck Good Option after C-Section
Not only is it safe to have a Tummy Tuck after a C-Section but it has many advantages: Such as:
1.being able to do a scar revision and if too high, put it at the hairline so tends to disappear,
2. Repairing any muscle damage below
3. Correcting the Diastasis Recti (separated muscles that occur with pregnancy) which will stregthen your tummy muscles and reduce your waist line
4. Repair any hernias (like umbilical hernia which is common after pregnancy)
5. Get your body back ! to your pre pregnancy (or better) shape (Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS, Orange County Plastic Surgeon)
Is it safe to get a tummy tuck after C-Section
Tummy tuck surgery is safe after C-Section surgery. In fact, there are several advantages. If your c-section scar is ugly, it will either be removed or can be revised. Usually after multiple pregnancies, your rectus muscles get splayed out and separated, resulting in a buldge where your belly had been flat. During a tummy tuck procedure we can repair this separation and restore your abdominal wall integrity so that you’ll have a flat contoured abdomen.
The scarring you Ob/Gyn described is inside your abdomen, below your muscle. During a tummy tuck procedure, we’re working more superficially on your skin and tightening the muscles. (Perry Liu, MD, Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon)
The “pouch” you describe is very common problem area after C-section surgery. Tummy tuck surgery is routinely and safely done after C-section surgery. Most well experienced plastic surgeons are able to deal with the scar tissue that remains after C-section surgery.
By the way, your OB/GYN was likely referring to intraperitoneal (below the muscle) scar tissue. This area is not exposed during tummy tuck surgery. (Tom J. Pousti, MD, FACS, Southport Plastic Surgeon)
The safety of a tummy tuck after 3 c-sections is much less related to the number of operations but the presence of any hernias or the history of wound complications, if any.
So I would try to recount to the plastic surgeon any presence of scar or complications from your prior surgeries so that he or she can examine you thoroughly and discuss any potential concerns. (Tito Vasquez, MD, FACS)