"Dog Ears" are common after tummy tuck surgery. They occur following the portion of skin being removed and due to that removal it can cause a point or bulging at one or both ends of the incision. Most of the time, but not always, this is a result when the incision is too short. Some patients want the incision as short as possible which causes the bulging at the sides.
This bulging referred to as "dog ears" can be corrected with an additional surgery called a 'revision' and depending on your surgeon can be corrected through local anesthesia in the office. Sometimes liposuction is an option to correct it too. Keep in mind, there is a certain amount of time required to pass (dependent upon your surgeon) before the revision can occur.
Fortunately, I did not have this issue following my TT but I was given information regarding the possibility during my pre-operative visit with my surgeon.
Since this isn't something I experienced with my TT, I've borrowed a couple photos to illustrate what "dog ears" can look like.
This bulging referred to as "dog ears" can be corrected with an additional surgery called a 'revision' and depending on your surgeon can be corrected through local anesthesia in the office. Sometimes liposuction is an option to correct it too. Keep in mind, there is a certain amount of time required to pass (dependent upon your surgeon) before the revision can occur.
Fortunately, I did not have this issue following my TT but I was given information regarding the possibility during my pre-operative visit with my surgeon.
Since this isn't something I experienced with my TT, I've borrowed a couple photos to illustrate what "dog ears" can look like.
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Good luck with your surgery and/or recovery!