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Tummy Tuck Scar Revision (2nd Time)

Tummy tuck July 2010. Love the results, except that a 4 inch section of the scar (just above my pubic area) was very thick. Revised April 2011- same thing happened. Diligently used silicone scar cream with spf & silicone gel sheets. Had the injections as well. They flattened the scar, but it was still wide. Just had breast reduction 2 weeks ago. My ps revised my tummy tuck scar at the same time. Wondering if I should use the micropore tape on tummy & breast scars this time for better tension.

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How to Minimize Scars after Revision

Yes you are on the right track with the micropore tape but there are many approached to obtain the best scar. There are many possible causes for scars that are enlarged or not healing well. Unsightly scars are most commonly due to genetics, underlying medical conditions, or improper scar/wound care. The last part is very important and patients can make a noticeable difference in their scars’ appearance by following best scar management practices. Here are some simple tips... more

Consider greater undermining and repair of the superficial fascia

Hello, Scar revision where the previous scar is cut out and the skin is closed places tension on the skin closure and predisposes you to a bad scar again. Freeing up the tissue to allow more laxity and closing the incision by repairing the superficial fascia will place a much smaller amount of tension on the skin closure and hopefully a better scar result. All the best, Dr Remus Repta

Scar revision from tummy tuck

We like to use Hypa-fix tape across scars to help remove tension, but taping is no substitute for surgically managing tissue for tension free durable closure. Follow up with your surgeon during healing so that if scar begins to worsen, timely intervention to minimize problem can be instituted.

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Scar revision

It sounds like you did everything you could after the first scar revision and there was still widening. The reason the scar widens in the middle is because that is where the wound closure has the greatest tension on it.i would recommend you follow whatever instructions your plastic surgeon gives you, Tummy tuck scars can take a year or longer to fade. Although steroid injections can help, too many injections can actually make things worse by causing the scar to thin out and widen... more

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Tummy Tuck Revision: Q&A