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Can An Indented Facial Scar Be Excised and Closed Up Using the Fusiform Shape?
asked 8 months ago by AppleOne in BC, Canada
Latest answer by Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD
Question viewed 151 times
Tags: face, excision, indentation
I have a deep indented scar on my face about 5mm X 5mm.
1 answer to Can An Indented Facial Scar Be Excised and Closed Up Using the Fusiform Shape?
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Scar Revision
If a patient has a 5mm X 5mm indented scar, then this is generally can be made better by excision in a elliptical ( or fusiform) pattern, closing the deeper tissues with a deep dissolving suture, then a superficial skin suture. This may lengthen the scar to a degree, but usually makes the scar flatter and smoother over time. I hope this helps
Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD
Barrington Plastic Surgeon
Barrington Plastic Surgeon