I got lower abdomen + flanks lipo in November last year. I have 5 scars in total - how can I get rid of them? They are visible and (I wear swimsuits a lot) I was asked by my home doctor when I got lipoplasty done and it made me feel really embarrassed
February 13, 2018
Answer: Scar optimization Hello and thank you for your question. The best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. You may be a candidate for a surgical scar revision. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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February 13, 2018
Answer: Scar optimization Hello and thank you for your question. The best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. You may be a candidate for a surgical scar revision. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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February 13, 2018
Answer: Scar treatment Dear alohamighty,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommend to his patients. I recommend my patients to use Biocorneum gel in order to reduce the scar. Maturation of the scar can last for 12-18 months after the surgery and once your scar is fully mature it should be less visible. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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February 13, 2018
Answer: Scar treatment Dear alohamighty,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommend to his patients. I recommend my patients to use Biocorneum gel in order to reduce the scar. Maturation of the scar can last for 12-18 months after the surgery and once your scar is fully mature it should be less visible. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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