I am about 18 months post op breast implants. The scarring where my surgeon inserted implants looks so ugly. And it's under the breast. Why does it look like that? I used different products to reduce scarring but it did not help.
Answer: Scar revision after breast augmentation Hi and welcome to our forum!Scar revision after breast augmentation is not uncommon. The necessity for revision usually results from a superficial infection or early postoperative skin irritation at the surgical site, but adverse scarring may also occur for no apparent reason. Some individuals have a genetic tendency to make thick scars. In a vast majority of patients, scar revision will result in improvement of scar appearance.Seek reevaluation by your plastic surgeon.Best wishes...
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Answer: Scar revision after breast augmentation Hi and welcome to our forum!Scar revision after breast augmentation is not uncommon. The necessity for revision usually results from a superficial infection or early postoperative skin irritation at the surgical site, but adverse scarring may also occur for no apparent reason. Some individuals have a genetic tendency to make thick scars. In a vast majority of patients, scar revision will result in improvement of scar appearance.Seek reevaluation by your plastic surgeon.Best wishes...
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November 15, 2018
Answer: Scar revisions after breast surgery Scar revisions are always an option. Although improvement cannot be guaranteed as they may be factors not controllable by your surgeon, the results are generally positive. Discuss options with your surgeon who will provide specific information on the risks and potential benefits.
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November 15, 2018
Answer: Scar revisions after breast surgery Scar revisions are always an option. Although improvement cannot be guaranteed as they may be factors not controllable by your surgeon, the results are generally positive. Discuss options with your surgeon who will provide specific information on the risks and potential benefits.
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November 12, 2018
Answer: Can my ugly scarring from breast implants be fixed or could it get worse? (Photos) When faced with an unattractive or dysfunctional scar, one must first diagnose what the problem is and then develop a hypothesis to explain why the problem might have developed. An assessment must then be made as to whether the problem is amenable to correction, and, if so, a decision must be made regarding which of the many treatment options available for scar revision is most appropriate for the specific clinical situation. Schedule an in-office consult and exam with a board certified PS who can determine the best plan to address your scars.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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November 12, 2018
Answer: Can my ugly scarring from breast implants be fixed or could it get worse? (Photos) When faced with an unattractive or dysfunctional scar, one must first diagnose what the problem is and then develop a hypothesis to explain why the problem might have developed. An assessment must then be made as to whether the problem is amenable to correction, and, if so, a decision must be made regarding which of the many treatment options available for scar revision is most appropriate for the specific clinical situation. Schedule an in-office consult and exam with a board certified PS who can determine the best plan to address your scars.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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November 12, 2018
Answer: Scar revision options Yes your scars can be revised and they should look much better. Talk to your surgeon about options. Most likely this could be done under local anesthesia.
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November 12, 2018
Answer: Scar revision options Yes your scars can be revised and they should look much better. Talk to your surgeon about options. Most likely this could be done under local anesthesia.
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November 12, 2018
Answer: How can I fix my scarring? I would agree that your scars could look better and there are a number of ways to accomplish this. Best to start out by talking to the Plastic Surgeon who actually performed your surgery and see what they can offer. If this is not productive, then I encourage you to seek a second opinion from another Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and discuss available options. I hope that helps and wish you the very best!Warmest regards,-Gregory A Buford MD FACS PCEOBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author
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November 12, 2018
Answer: How can I fix my scarring? I would agree that your scars could look better and there are a number of ways to accomplish this. Best to start out by talking to the Plastic Surgeon who actually performed your surgery and see what they can offer. If this is not productive, then I encourage you to seek a second opinion from another Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and discuss available options. I hope that helps and wish you the very best!Warmest regards,-Gregory A Buford MD FACS PCEOBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author
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