Scarring thickness 10 weeks post-op, will my scars become thinner as I heal? (Photos)

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I had a full tt and bl with implants 10 weeks ago, i have had some break down on my scarring and now i am concerned how the end results of scarring will look will they be very thick now due to the incisions breaking down? Or will they eventually get thinner? They have now scabbed over and some of the scabs have now come off and the incisions are closed. i have seen my surgeon about how the scars will heal he assures me they wont heal badly but i just wanted to see what your thoughts where Thanks

Farah Naz Khan, MD · Answer

Remember that it takes scars a good year to mature. They always look red and raised initially and as time passes, they tend to flatten and fade some. At this point, you can look into application of silicone gel (like Silagen) to help improve the appearance of the scars. You can even ask about treatments with radiofrequency devices, like Venus Viva, to help scars look better. Hope this helps!

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

hello amyandellis10  Softening and fading of the surgical scars, return of sensation may take several months up to a year or longer. You should visit or contact a PS about your concern. #scar #healing

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Scars can take up to a full year to mature.  You can consider the use of silicone sheeting, or other types of scar therapy at this time if you are interested.  Speak with your surgeon for a recommendation.

Paul Fortes, MD · Answer

Scar recovery is a process.  It can take 12-18 months for scars to settle and "mature" (the term used by plastic surgeons).  During this time it is important to follow the instruction of your plastic surgeon with respect to scar therapies (taping, massages, scar products) to insure that the scar improves maximally.  If at the end of the scar maturation period the surgeon feels that scar revision surgery (often performed under local anesthesia) is warranted, then he or she can discuss the timing for it.  Best of luck!

Derby Sang Caputo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.Scars take a while to fade out and turn to a color similar to your skin tone. No worries , give it time. Best of luck

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