What are my best options for scar sensitivity after breast lift in 2019? (Photos)

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I had a breast lift in 2019. It went well and my scars came out better than expected. The problem is that the scars around my areolas sting when i touch them. They are sensitive and sometimes when i go braless, i can feel the weight of my breast pulling on the scars). Ive heard of the steriod injection but my surgeon warned that it may cause the scars to widen and look ugly. What are my best options and how much would it typically cost? FYI - 34E bra, very dense

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Anna Steve, MD · Answer

Some physiotherapists provide scar de-sensitization therapy. This employs a variety of different techniques that may be beneficial. Scar massage beginning at the 2-3 week mark after surgery may help to prevent sensitivity for any future surgical scars.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear simonemowatt,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I would try steroid injections to help calm down the scars. If done carefully, your scar should not widen.

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