For pretty much as long as Plastic Surgery has been around, there have been procedures to help slim and tone the abdominal region of the body.

Tummy Tuck, being one of the oldest body contouring procedures, in recent history has frequently been supplanted by other, more modern procedures, such as liposuction, the mini (or partial) tummy tuck, and lower body lift. Nowadays, a lot of people don’t get Tummy Tucks, unless they’re dealing w/excessive, loose-hanging skin and weakened abdominal muscles. Until now…

Plastic surgeons have found that “Abdominoplasty” (the medical terminology for a tummy tuck) can be used for Stretch Mark Scar removal!

While this isn’t necessarily the safest and most cost effective means of stretch mark scar removal, it is an option and a permanent one at that! Additionally, this presents a new alternative to people who have tried the scar-minimizing creams and ointments to less-than-ideal results or only to discover an allergic reaction, or those who find the multiple Dermabrassion and chemical peel treatments to be too much of a hassle.

As always, no two patients are completely alike and for a lot of patients, surgery isn’t an option.

However, if Stretch Mark scar removal is something you need to look and feel your best, find a qualified (preferably board certified) plastic surgeon and start discussing your tummy tuck options today.