After surgery it looked dark like a scab. Dr. removed that and now it is pink and raw looking with an infection. It is indented and the size of a dime. Will I need a procedure to fix this? It looks like it will leave a horrible scar :(
Answer: Scab at my facelift incision: What do I do? The critical thing is to stay in touch with your surgeon. They know the specifics of your case the best. They can advise you on the best treatment. This can happen sometimes and if it leaves a bothersome scar can be revised. I would recommend using vaseline or a medicated balm on the area (e.g. SkinCeuticals Hydrabalm) as moist wounds tend to heal better than dry ones. Don't pick at it. If a discharge develops get on some oral antibiotics. Best regards.
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Answer: Scab at my facelift incision: What do I do? The critical thing is to stay in touch with your surgeon. They know the specifics of your case the best. They can advise you on the best treatment. This can happen sometimes and if it leaves a bothersome scar can be revised. I would recommend using vaseline or a medicated balm on the area (e.g. SkinCeuticals Hydrabalm) as moist wounds tend to heal better than dry ones. Don't pick at it. If a discharge develops get on some oral antibiotics. Best regards.
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August 3, 2018
Answer: Facelift scar I'm sorry to hear about your problem. Unfortunately, it sounds like you may have developed a small area of necrosis (dead tissue) due to lack of adequate blood supply. Although this is uncommon, it is a known complication from a facelift surgery, typically at the edges of the incision where the flap of skin does not get as much blood flow. A lack of blood flow to the area also increases the risk of infection. If it truly appears infected topical nesporin (triple antibiotic) is recommended and also oral antibiotics. A culture of the wound may also be helpful to determine the organism. If there is a true infection then I wouldn't recommend additional procedures at this time to address scarring. Infection should be treated adequately first and then there may be revisional procedures to improve the scar. There are many options but could include laser treatments, surgical scar revision, filler injection, PRP, etc. Depressed scars are typically more difficult to treat than elevated scars. Regardless, treating scars is a long process that typically requires multiple interventions over a period of time. Bottom line is, if there is an infection, make sure that is cleared before beginning the road to scar treatments. Hope this is helpful.
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August 3, 2018
Answer: Facelift scar I'm sorry to hear about your problem. Unfortunately, it sounds like you may have developed a small area of necrosis (dead tissue) due to lack of adequate blood supply. Although this is uncommon, it is a known complication from a facelift surgery, typically at the edges of the incision where the flap of skin does not get as much blood flow. A lack of blood flow to the area also increases the risk of infection. If it truly appears infected topical nesporin (triple antibiotic) is recommended and also oral antibiotics. A culture of the wound may also be helpful to determine the organism. If there is a true infection then I wouldn't recommend additional procedures at this time to address scarring. Infection should be treated adequately first and then there may be revisional procedures to improve the scar. There are many options but could include laser treatments, surgical scar revision, filler injection, PRP, etc. Depressed scars are typically more difficult to treat than elevated scars. Regardless, treating scars is a long process that typically requires multiple interventions over a period of time. Bottom line is, if there is an infection, make sure that is cleared before beginning the road to scar treatments. Hope this is helpful.
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