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The good news is that stretch marks usually become considerably less noticeable about six to 12 months after childbirth. The pigmentation fades and they generally become lighter than the surrounding skin (the color will vary depending on your skin color), but their texture will remain the same.

You won't be able to banish them altogether, but if your stretch marks still bother you after your pregnancy, talk to a dermatologist about ways to minimize them. There are a variety of treatment options.

Topical medications such as tretinoin (Retin-A) and glycolic acid may help. (Note: Retin-A is not safe to use during pregnancy and there's no reliable information on the amount excreted in breast milk or its effect on a nursing infant, so it's best avoided while breastfeeding.)

There's some evidence that laser treatments can help restore the skin's elasticity and also change the pigmentation so the stretch marks better match the rest of your skin.

Be aware that treatment to improve the appearance of stretch marks is considered a cosmetic issue and the cost of dermatology appointments, medications, or procedures probably won't be covered by insurance.

2007-01-10 17:20:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

To some extent stretch marks are permanent. There are creams sold over the counter that can diminish the appearance of them. If you are still concerned about them you could consult a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon.

2007-01-10 17:20:32 · answer #2 · answered by newsoutherngirl 2 · 1 0

I had a BAD scar from surgery. My doctor suggested using mederma cream to help. It is amazing! A little expensive but it really worked for me. I've heard it will work on stretch marks too, but I've never used it for that so I can't tell ya for sure. Its worth a try, yes? Anyways all the best to you. Maybe you could ask your doctor for a suggestion?!

2007-01-10 18:17:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Use Bio-oil it is made for stretch marks and any other marks u don't want .. rub it on at night time and see the results after a few weeks...

2007-01-10 19:51:07 · answer #4 · answered by Kakhuisdraaksemaat 2 · 0 0

Try come coco butter and there is this stuff called "Mederma" for scars that works great, too. It is kind of expensive, and maybe they have an "off brand" at the store. Good luck. If your marks are because of a baby, then be proud, and when they are mis-behaving, you can blame it all on them and the 36 hours of labor and stuff! :)

2007-01-10 17:25:13 · answer #5 · answered by spyderalley 2 · 1 0

I think the only way to truly get rid of them is to go to a dermatologist for a laser treatment. People say coco butter and what not will do it but it just helps fade them not make them go away.

2007-01-10 17:18:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

plastic surgery=tummy tuck

2007-01-10 17:32:50 · answer #7 · answered by sweetness #1 5 · 0 0

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