had the surgery one week ago, stitches removed yesterday (one week). looks good, slightly red, which i think will disappear with time. Small holes from what i think are th stitches. Will these disappear in time? Is this normal. Thanks.
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Your Mohs surgeon made a wise decision. Second intention healing will have two benefits for you. The first of these is that the wound will contract during the healing process and new skin (epidermis) will cover the defect, growing from the outside into the center. The result will be a healed ...
For an optimally healed scar, I would recommend a series of fractionated CO2 laser treatments to the area. This will help blend in the scar. Botox to the forehead every 3 months will also help by relaxing the forehead muscles that pull at the scar. The scar does look slightly raised, which will...
A second opinion with a facial plastic surgeon with an ENT background would probable be your best option. Especially considering that you are now having breathing problems. This is something that can be corrected just be aware that most insurance companies consider revisions...