C section vs tummy tuck scars tummy tuck scars are almost always longer in horizontal length than c section scars.
Tummy tuck scar vs c section scar.
The scar may also be placed in.
The horizontal scar can vary in length.
A mini tummy tuck is a procedure that removes excess fat and skin below the belly button only.
In most cases this incision is approximately 4 8 inches long which is similar to the size of a c section scar.
It may be just a few centimetres which is often the case for mini tucks or extend well over each hip to the sides of your back.
Discuss with your surgeon if in fact you are going to have one.
If you have an unsightly c section scar and a small amount of extra fat and skin on the lower abdomen that won t go away with proper diet and exercise then a mini tummy tuck may be right for you.
In general most patients can have the tummy tuck scar located at the c section site but understand that every patient is different.
Unlike a full tummy tuck this incision can be hidden close to the pubic region so it will be easily concealed beneath swimsuit bottoms and underwear.
Regardless of whether you had a mini or full tummy tuck you ll have a scar that runs horizontally across your lower abdomen from hip to hip located a few centimetres below your belly button.