Can These Breast Reduction Scars Be Repaired? (photo)

My reduction was done two years ago and I went from a G to a DD. After my breast reduction, I asked the doctors office about the scars (raised and widening) and got tired old: "They'll lightenup and flatten out." . I have a raised scar and the aerola is stretched. The vertical scars are discolored and stretched. I think they look chewed up and awful. I don't want to see the original surgeon as the trust is gone. Is there anything I can do? I feel so disfigured.

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G to DD cup 2 years post-op scar revision

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11 Doctor Answers | Asked by ATX Girl in Austin, TX

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Scars could be revised following a breast reduction

Thanks for your question and your photos. It is difficult to comment on your shape without having a preop picture or knowing the technique that was used. I do think that your scars could be improved upon. Sometimes this occurs when the original areola is very wide and the desire is to decrease it. I usually use a barbed suture in this scenario to try and maintain the tension circumferentially. You did not specifically comment on the shape, but if you wanted less fullness inferiorly then a... more

Can These Breast Reduction Scars Be Repaired? (photo)

Yes you can think about a scar revision. But you could be a scar former so be prepared for the return of these scars.

Scar Revision After Breast Reduction

Short answer is yes. Given that the shape is somewhat irregular a revision is in order. This would essentially mean removing some skin and a bit of areola. It can be done under local anesthesia. The only thing is that with the raised scars, this may occur again. During the post op period, have ps monitor scar so intervention can be started early. You are not disfigured, even though you feel that way, and the treatment isn't that bad. more

Breast reduction scarring

It is difficult to see the vertical part of the scar in the photos but I think the important issue is what disturbs you about the breasts. From your question, it sounds like the shape and scaring of the nipple areolar complex is the main problem. While a revisional reduction/lift would address the global problem, this may not be a financial reality for you and your insurance may deem this to be cosmetic. In that case, a more limited procedure may be well worth consideration.

Breast Reduction Scars

Hello ATX Girl, Drs. Marosan and Becker represent either end of the spectrum on how to fix your problem. Dr. Becker is focused on the raised, hypertrophic periareolar scars and a minimal surgery to fix them. Dr. Marosan looks at the situation in a more global view; that the etiology of the scars are from excessive tension, that your breasts are still wanting in shape and lift, and that reducing and re-lifting will give you scar improvement and much more. My personal... more

Can one revise breduction scars?

Thank you for your question and photos. Without the benefit of a preoperative photo, it is hard to comment on the results. I see that you have thick scars and widened areolae. You have asymmetric breasts which are saggy. I personally would suggest a breast lift/small reduction to give you better shaped breasts with smaller areolae in the appropriate position. Your scars are wide and thick because at the original closure there was a lot of tension on the suture line. See a board... more

Scars after breast reduction

From your pictures it does seem that your scars are not the usual flat and faded ones that we would expect. Scars are permanent and can't be erased but they usually can be improved. Without an in person exam it is difficult to make a reasonable recommendation so I would recommend that you see another plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery for recommendations for your case. Good luck to you.

Revisionary Breast Reduction Surgery Helpful?

Thank you for the question and pictures. Yes, scar revision surgery may be very helpful in your case. If you also have concerns about breast size and/or position on the chest wall, additional surgery may be helpful to improve shape/size of the breasts as well. Best wishes.