Is my incision healing properly after BA? I'm 5 weeks post op. (photos)

Many thanks for your question. From your picture it appears that the right breast incision separated following surgery which has left a wide scar. At this stage taping will not successfully narrow this. However it is still worth taping to provide support to the scar as it settles and matures. You can expect this scar to fade over time but you will be left with a wider scar compared to the left side. All scars become less prominent over time and the redness fades so this difference will become less apparent over the next 6-12 months. At least the scar appear close to the fold under your breast and so they are less visible as other areas of the breast or chest wall. You have the option when things have settled to have the scar revised under local anaesthetic if you find it unsightly. I would consult your surgeon in person and be guided by them going forward.
All the very best,
Jonathan

There is no one best therapy for scars. Silicone sheets, Mederma, and Biocorneum are reasonable and popular options. I recommend that the scar therapy begin after the scars have healed and there are no open areas, which usually takes 4 to 6 weeks.As scars mature over months to a year, the quality of the scar usually improves.  There is almost always lightening of the scars.  If these continue to be an issue, scar revision is probably the most reliable option.  The color of the scar can be improved by a variety of modalities. Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Thank you for your question.  Typically scars take up to a year and a half to heal completely.  Using certain scar creams will be helpful.  I typically recommend using Biocornium cream.  If we fast forward to a year or so down the road and your still not happy you can always discuss having a scar revision.  I would suggest giving it a little more time and then discussing with your surgeon. 

It does appear as if you have some wound separation on the right side. Putting tape on is intended to "splint" and support the scar. Once our patient's wounds have completely healed, we have them begin applying scar cream to help the scar mature. You might check with your surgeon to see if this is something they recommend.

squid123.  I appreciate your concern, however it does appear that while your healing on that side is a bit slower I do not see any reason for concern. It is best to follow the advice of the plastic surgeon that performed your surgery as he or she has the most details and information about your particular case. It takes a whole year for your scars to mature and I’m sure your surgeon will also counsel you regarding scar care.Good luck.

Dear squid123,I understand your concern and based on your photos, it looks like you have healing issues. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after 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

 If the incision is still open at this point in time, it would be best to schedule an appointment with your board certified plastic surgeon for an examination. Open wounds are susceptible to infection and tissue necrosis, although opening if incision after breast augmentation is not uncommon due to the pull of the stretched skin to accommodate to the implants. Always keep the incision area clean and dry to prevent bacterial infection of skin irritation. Scar creams may help once the wound has fully closed.

Your scar looks a little stretched.
in general terms surgical practice works better when you seek rhecadvice of your primary surgeon who knows what has been done and with whom you have a therapeutic relarionship.

It appears from your photo that your scar has widened.  Taping the scar at this time will not help it become thinner.  Scars take up to one year to mature.  You may wish to discuss scar therapies with your surgeon to help with the appearance.  Once matured, you can consider scar revision if you still have concerns.

Thank you for your question. It look like a incision separated and healing. I would recommend you to closely f/u with your PS