I broke my jaw two and a half months ago in a car accident. The inner part of my lip detached from the gum area at the base, so I had to get it stitched. However once everything started healing I noticed my chin started to form an indent that is visible on the outside as well as a ball of scar tissue that is quite hard. If I press my lips down it'll poke out more. The scar tissue can move around but the indent won't go away. Will it ever go away completely?
June 6, 2016
Answer: See someone soon Hi Azandra,You likely have some scar tissue starting to band inside your chin.There are treatments for this including massage, injections of medications, and minor scar revisions.I'd suggest you come in to see someone experienced with jaw surgeon soon in order to make sure it is treated early. If you address it quickly it should be no problem - if you wait too long it becomes harder to fix.
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June 6, 2016
Answer: See someone soon Hi Azandra,You likely have some scar tissue starting to band inside your chin.There are treatments for this including massage, injections of medications, and minor scar revisions.I'd suggest you come in to see someone experienced with jaw surgeon soon in order to make sure it is treated early. If you address it quickly it should be no problem - if you wait too long it becomes harder to fix.
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June 5, 2016
Answer: Evaluation Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you may benefit from either scar massage or a surgical revision. This can be difficult to assess without an in-person examination. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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June 5, 2016
Answer: Evaluation Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you may benefit from either scar massage or a surgical revision. This can be difficult to assess without an in-person examination. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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