Fade A Tummy Tuck Scar

Since man first used basic tools to create fire, we have existed beyond ourselves. The way we use tools and technologies in our everyday lives affect us just as much if not more than the way our bodies look and act. Glasses allow the nearly blind to see, our cars allow us to travel greater distances than our feet ever could in day, and the internet allows many of us to make our living across the globe.


Yet, for most of us, there is still an ideal that strive for. The ideal is one of natural perfection, achieved almost exclusively through the strength of will and our bodies. We all want the perfect smile, the perfect hair, and the perfect body, naturally and without the use of any tools. However, for most of us, the ideal will always be out of reach.

Our lifestyles as well as basic genetics will always keep that ideal out of reach. Yet, with the use of medical technology, we can achieve the appearance of natural perfection. This is particularly true when considering the use of tummy tuck surgery to give us a slim, tight stomach. However, to maintain the appearance of natural perfection, we need to make sure that we eliminate any signs of surgery.

The first step to obscuring a scar following surgery is to make sure that your doctor does his or her best to make the incision as small and clean as possible. Thankfully, today's tummy tuck procedure has been refined to such a scale that the incision made is often as small as is medically possible, thanks to the use of ultrasounds and advanced cameras and images.

If scaring is a particular concern to you, your physician can work to find the least prominent position possible to make the incision while still creating the overall slim look you are looking for. However, some things are beyond their control. Incisions must be made. To lessen the chances of scaring, the first step is to follow doctor's orders following surgery. Keep the area of the incision clean and covered.

Avoid any strenuous activity while you are in recovery, as certain activities may stretch the incision and do further damage. Make sure to maintain a healthy diet and sleep schedule while in recovery. Eating nutritious meals will give your body the nutrients it needs to heal faster. After the bandages are removed, you want to treat the still healing area with moisturizers to further speed up the healing. Today, there are a number of products on the market designed specifically to help one heal from wounds and restore the skin to it's natural state.

Your physician may be able to recommend a particular product to aid in your healing. Otherwise, consult the internet or your local health and beauty expert to find just the right salve for your needs.