How bad is this scarring (nearly 6 months post op)? I had a bad recovery due to getting a pulmonary embolism 1 week after tummy tuck, in hospital for 3 weeks and now on blood thinners for the next few months. I’m using E45 cream and silicone sheets but the scar is so ugly and I’m just praying it smoothes out and gets lighter. Scar revision not an option as I am petrified of surgery after what happened to me. Any suggestions to help this scar would be greatly appreciated
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Vbeam to defuse redness paired with resurfx to minimize appearance Abdominoplasty scars can be quite complex, ranging from the simple hypertrophic scar to a multiplane inflamed keloid. Pigmentation, discoloration, chronic inflammation, scar visibility can all occur in the short term. We begin each treatment with combination therapy using Yellow broadband BBL, Vbeam, fractional erbium, intralesional IIT, and scar modulation. Start with a combination of Plato's Scar Serum massaged twice daily after one week of epithelialization followed by Luminase/Exfolase. Scar consultation and revision may be recommended.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Vbeam to defuse redness paired with resurfx to minimize appearance Abdominoplasty scars can be quite complex, ranging from the simple hypertrophic scar to a multiplane inflamed keloid. Pigmentation, discoloration, chronic inflammation, scar visibility can all occur in the short term. We begin each treatment with combination therapy using Yellow broadband BBL, Vbeam, fractional erbium, intralesional IIT, and scar modulation. Start with a combination of Plato's Scar Serum massaged twice daily after one week of epithelialization followed by Luminase/Exfolase. Scar consultation and revision may be recommended.
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Answer: Revision would be best Hello newperson1994
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Answer: Adverse scarring after abdominoplasty? Hi and welcome to our forum!From your photos, I note that you are quite fair skinned. Healing scars in fair skinned individuals are initially quite prominent, taking AT LEAST 12 months to achieve maturation, often longer ( up to several years). The healing process involves ingrowth of blood vessels into the healing scar to provide added blood supply. This results in the red color noted on the skin surface. During this time, it is important to practice sun protection with frequent and liberal application of sunscreen. As the scar matures, the color will fade significantly. Do not rush into revision. Wound healing is a complicated process and takes a long time. We recommend a moisturizer and the use of silicone gel sheeting if the scars are raised. Otherwise, "tincture of time" usually results in a satisfactory result. Continue followup with your plastic surgeon.
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Answer: Adverse scarring after abdominoplasty? Hi and welcome to our forum!From your photos, I note that you are quite fair skinned. Healing scars in fair skinned individuals are initially quite prominent, taking AT LEAST 12 months to achieve maturation, often longer ( up to several years). The healing process involves ingrowth of blood vessels into the healing scar to provide added blood supply. This results in the red color noted on the skin surface. During this time, it is important to practice sun protection with frequent and liberal application of sunscreen. As the scar matures, the color will fade significantly. Do not rush into revision. Wound healing is a complicated process and takes a long time. We recommend a moisturizer and the use of silicone gel sheeting if the scars are raised. Otherwise, "tincture of time" usually results in a satisfactory result. Continue followup with your plastic surgeon.
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October 14, 2021
Answer: Scar Dear Newperson1994,I understand you are concerned with the appearance of your scars. As your scars heal, it should flatten out and lighten. Loss of pigmentation or hyperpigmentation may also be experienced but will resolve over time. Always follow your surgeon's post operative care instructions when it comes to scar management to avoid any complications like infection and for faster healing and recovery.
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Answer: Scar Dear Newperson1994,I understand you are concerned with the appearance of your scars. As your scars heal, it should flatten out and lighten. Loss of pigmentation or hyperpigmentation may also be experienced but will resolve over time. Always follow your surgeon's post operative care instructions when it comes to scar management to avoid any complications like infection and for faster healing and recovery.
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