Ok, had breast lift 7 mo ago, one of my anchor incisions was too high on the breast, went in for revision 8 days ago. Now it appears my incision is to low and not in the fold. It also appears I have yet ANOTHER dog ear as a result. What are your thoughts?
Answer: Mastopexy scar revision Thank you for the question. I would wait for another several weeks. Overtime and as the tissues heal, your scar might end up where you want it to be. Also, as the scar matures it becomes pale and less noticeable. Best!Pej Aflaki, M.D.Johns Hopkins-trained plastic surgeon
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Answer: Mastopexy scar revision Thank you for the question. I would wait for another several weeks. Overtime and as the tissues heal, your scar might end up where you want it to be. Also, as the scar matures it becomes pale and less noticeable. Best!Pej Aflaki, M.D.Johns Hopkins-trained plastic surgeon
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Answer: Revision can be done followed by scar laser treatments Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and RF therapy to help reduce the longterm effects of the scarring. Keloids, hypertrophic scars, widened scars, red scars, and hyperpigmented scars all require scar modulation with topical creams followed by lasers and RF therapy. Topical skincare should be directed to a specific need, whether for pigmentation or hypertrophy and our office can guide you through the process to obtain the correct Plato’s Scar cream or Melarase cream for hypertrophy and discoloration. In terms of lasers, we would employ the vbeam laser for redness, Venus Viva RF, PRP microneedling, chemical peels, and Morpheus 8, fractional erbium, or fractional co2. All of these have their individual benefits. Most of all, we recommend you visit a solid plastic surgeon who understands surgical scar revision, laser therapy, and RF therapy for scars.
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Answer: Revision can be done followed by scar laser treatments Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and RF therapy to help reduce the longterm effects of the scarring. Keloids, hypertrophic scars, widened scars, red scars, and hyperpigmented scars all require scar modulation with topical creams followed by lasers and RF therapy. Topical skincare should be directed to a specific need, whether for pigmentation or hypertrophy and our office can guide you through the process to obtain the correct Plato’s Scar cream or Melarase cream for hypertrophy and discoloration. In terms of lasers, we would employ the vbeam laser for redness, Venus Viva RF, PRP microneedling, chemical peels, and Morpheus 8, fractional erbium, or fractional co2. All of these have their individual benefits. Most of all, we recommend you visit a solid plastic surgeon who understands surgical scar revision, laser therapy, and RF therapy for scars.
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May 29, 2023
Answer: Scar revision Dear Blonderaven,
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May 29, 2023
Answer: Scar revision Dear Blonderaven,
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October 12, 2017
Answer: Timing for scar revision The key to a good scar is meticulous closure and patience. Your new scar has begun the entire healing process all over again. It's normal for scars to become pink and puffy as your body is mending itself. I wouldn't consider another revision for at least six months, but preferably a year, if it's necessary. Make sure you address your concerns with your surgeon, just like you did before, and listen to their advice.
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October 12, 2017
Answer: Timing for scar revision The key to a good scar is meticulous closure and patience. Your new scar has begun the entire healing process all over again. It's normal for scars to become pink and puffy as your body is mending itself. I wouldn't consider another revision for at least six months, but preferably a year, if it's necessary. Make sure you address your concerns with your surgeon, just like you did before, and listen to their advice.
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October 12, 2017
Answer: Way too soon Thank you for your question. It's a bit too soon to tell exactly how things will settle. I would follow the advice of your Plastic Surgeon and give it time - you'd be surprised how things settle in 3-6 months. Any remaining dog ears can be addressed then, likely under local. But give it a bit of time. Best of luck!
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October 12, 2017
Answer: Way too soon Thank you for your question. It's a bit too soon to tell exactly how things will settle. I would follow the advice of your Plastic Surgeon and give it time - you'd be surprised how things settle in 3-6 months. Any remaining dog ears can be addressed then, likely under local. But give it a bit of time. Best of luck!
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