Breast lift scar adhering to implant pocket. What else can be done? My surgeon has prescribed massage and PT (photos)

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I've had several breast surgeries for breast reconstruction. 2/26/2019 I had a revision lift to the left side with implant exchange, same size. My surgeon placed my new implant through the vertical incision for the lift. I have scar tissue from the vertical lift or underlying muscle attaching to my implant pocket. I had 11 sessions of massage and I'm about to start six sessions of physical therapy prescribed by my surgeon. Anything else to relieve the amount of animation under the left breast?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear SHK2501,
I understand you are concerned with the appearance of your scars. As your scars heal, it should flatten out and lighten. Loss of pigmentation or hyperpigmentation may also be experienced but will resolve over time. Always follow your surgeon's post operative care instructions when it comes to scar management to avoid any complications like infection and for faster healing and recovery.
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

External ultrasound treatments might be helpful to soften the scar internally. Otherwise, surgery might be needed to add mesh so it does not adhere.

Stephen M. Davis, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks or writing,It is still too early to consider re-operation. Time is your friend and as the scar softens and matures I believe it will improve. There are other options down the road, such as fat grafting the area which can soften and allow for scar / capsule separation. I hope this helps, good luckStephen M. Davis, MD, FACS 
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Breast lift scar adhering to implant pocket. What else can be done? My surgeon has prescribed massage and PT (photos)

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