Scars care after a breast reduction

Richard Greco, MD answers: How can I minimize scars from breast reduction?

I just had breast reduction surgery. The scars seem to be settling, and I want to know what to put on them to minimize their appearance.


Richard Greco, MD
24 days ago
By Richard Greco, MD - Savannah Plastic Surgeon

The goal of everyone is to have no scars, but it is not possible if you have significant sag. Liposuction of the breast will reduce the breast size and you can get some elevation of the nipple.  Most patients want smaller, perkier breast. This requires skin excision and thus scars.

We try to close all breasts with no external sutures. We use long lasting PDS sutures so that the tension is reduced on the incision longer. Massage of the scars with any lotion starting at 2 weeks and the use of topical silicone sheets or liquid - Scar fade also helps. Time is the most important element. It often takes 6 0 12 months to get the best results.

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