There is no easy answer to your question. There are a lot of variables involved. The best thing for you is to consult with an American Board of Plastic Surgery certified plastic surgeon with specific skills in burn reconstruction. You can find someone here: www.plasticsurgery.org
Filler for burn scars?
I need answers about fillers for deep depressions around thighs, nose, arms, and leg. I was in house fire 7 years ago and have depressions needing to be filled. I am 34 and I need to do something for myself and boyfriend. What permanent to semi-perm filler could be used under a skin graft? Also what is a procedure to smooth out scared skin?
2 answers to “Filler for burn scars?”
A: Temporary and Permanent Facial Fillers for Burn Scars
This is a difficult question given the paucity of a clinical examination or picture. Burn scars in general will not conform or stretch in a predictable pattern if fillers are placed underneath the skin. Nonetheless, temporary fillers may lead to infection or extrusion under the poorly vascularized tissue. I... more
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