There are many reasons a woman may need or want a caesarean section (c-section) for child birth.
An incision across the abdomen is made to perform delivery versus traditional vaginal childbirth. While some c-section scars heal nicely and are barely visible, many are hidden below the bikini line, and some scars are more pronounced and visible. At pēkomd® cosmetic surgery center in Toledo, OH, we offer c-section scar removal to minimize the appearance of these abdominal scars.
The placement of the c-section incision can impact the visibility after healing. The OB/GYN who performs the delivery is more concerned about the safety and health of the mother and child versus the incision appearance. Most c-section scars are horizontal and placed below the bikini line, but not all. Some may be vertical or higher on the abdomen, making them harder to hide.
Even if a c-section scar is below the bikini line, some are indented (atrophic) or raised (hypertrophic). This can change the appearance of the lower abdomen and the scars may be uncomfortable when wearing clothing. Revising the scar tissue can help improve both the appearance and comfort of abnormal c-section scars.
