The possible use of intralesional steroids may promote softening of the scars but may have other side effects that you should discuss with your treating physician.
Correct lip lift scars?
I had a lip lift augmentation 2 years ago and my scars around the (outside) border of my lips (top and bottom) feel hard, stiff, tight and very uncomfortable. They also burn, and my lips are very sensitive from the scars. I hate speaking/talking because it is soo uncomfortable. (My problem obviously has to do with the scars.) I have NO injectables, fillers or implants in my lips. Is there anything that I can do to make my lips feel soft and settle the pain and sensitivity?
3 answers to “Correct lip lift scars?”
A: not sure what kind of lip lift you had without pictures.
You are saying you had a lip lift two years agoi that involved scars around the lip? This would be a fairly unusual procedure. I would be careful with revisions as it could make the area worse. Fractional Co2 laser mihght be a good alternative.
A: Lip lift scar repair with steroid injection
At two years post op, your scars should be supple, and not very visible. One possibility to explore is steroid injection into the stiff scars. This must be evaluated and treated by someone experienced in these situations, as tissue thinning and depigmentation can occur if it is done overzealously.
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