Removal of stretch marks surgically: abdominoplasty



Stretch marks are narrow stripes or lines on the surface of the skin.

Doctors often refer to stretch marks as grooves or stretch marks.

This is an atrophied area of ​​skin, in the form of narrow wavy strips of different lengths and widths from pale white to bright red and purple flower.

The abdominal area, buttocks, chest and thighs are the areas most affected by this pathology.



As soon as the stretch marks appear, they are marked on the body with a bright red or purple tinge, then begin to turn pale and become silvery white. In most cases they are long and thin in shape.

Stretch marks are the result of suddenly stretching the skin. The structure of the middle layer of the skin (dermis) is disturbed, which allows the deeper layers to appear.

The dermis can be stretched:

• during pregnancy;
• as a result of weight gain;
• due to spikes in hormones during puberty.

Check with your GP if you have stretch marks that you think are not related to weight gain or height. In rare cases, stretch marks can be caused by Cushing or Marfan syndromes, or from excessive use of powerful steroid creams or ointments on the skin.

Most stretch marks are not particularly noticeable; they can fade over time. If you have unsightly stretch marks on a small area of ​​the body, you should try one of the treatment options.

Creams, gels, lotions, laser and cosmetic surgery are all used to treat stretch marks. Nevertheless, there are several medical factors proving that it is surgery that is particularly effective in this matter.

It should also be noted that laser treatment and cosmetic surgery for stretch marks are available only in private clinics, so the cost of the procedures is substantial.

In some situations, for example, during pregnancy, it is not possible to prevent the appearance of stretch marks. However, maintaining a healthy weight and skin care reduces the risk of their occurrence.



If you have stretch marks on the abdomen, as well as a large amount of loose skin, then you will be shown this method of removing stretch marks surgically, such as abdominoplasty or a tummy tuck.

The procedure removes excess fatty tissue and skin from the abdomen, and also removes stretch marks below the navel.

Since this type of surgery is performed for cosmetic purposes (to improve appearance), it is quite expensive. It also carries a number of risks associated with the formation of significant scarring.

At the first stage it is necessary to choose a surgeon and conduct the initial consultation most informatively. At this stage, you need to choose the type of tummy tuck:

• Complete abdominoplasty . The operation will involve moving the navel; you may need drainage tubes under the skin for several days.
• Partial or mini abdominoplasty . Miniabdominoplasty is just suitable for removing the stretch marks surgically. It is carried out for people whose body fat is located below the navel. During this procedure, the surgeon will most likely not move the navel. The procedure can take up to two hours, depending on the severity of the case.

It is necessary to completely stop smoking two weeks before the operation, since nicotine contributes to the deterioration of tissue regeneration and may cause additional complications in the postoperative period. Do not try to abruptly go on a diet before surgery. Food should be balanced and comprehensive. A healthy diet will only improve the effect of the procedure.

Tell your doctor about everything you are taking, including prescription drugs, herbal remedies, and other supplements.

Reception of certain drugs for a certain time before and after surgery should be stopped.

Before you go to surgery, you need to prepare everything you need at home:

• Ice packs.
• Comfortable spacious clothes.
• Vaseline.
• Hand shower.

On the first night after the operation, it is desirable that someone be with you.

How to remove stretch marks: laser surgery for stretch marks and prevention

Stretch marks are very common and cannot always be prevented. However, the following tips can help reduce the risk of developing stretch marks.

• Healthy weight. Weight gaining quickly over a short period of time is one of the most common causes of stretch marks.
• Diet. Due to a sharp increase in weight, stretching may occur both upwards and downwards. If you need to lose weight, then lose weight slowly. You should not lose more than 0.5 kg per week. A balanced diet will provide all the vitamins and minerals that the body needs. Dietary supplements are not needed to prevent the development of stretch marks.
• Stretch marks that appear during pregnancy tend to occur due to hormonal changes that affect the skin. Stabilization of weight during pregnancy minimizes the possibility of stretch marks.

How to remove stretch marks with a laser?

Laser therapy cannot completely remove stretch marks, but can help make them less noticeable.

Several different types of laser therapy are used to treat stretch marks.

Pulsed laser processing is one of the most affordable types of this field of cosmetology. It is painless and can be used at an early stage, while stretch marks are red or purple.

The energy from the laser is absorbed by the blood vessels that are under stretch marks. Bright color fades completely or turns white.