What are my options for lower lip scar removal/revision? (Photo)

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Almost 11 months ago I had a pyogenic granuloma surgically removed from my lower lip. Since then, I have had a small scar and you can see white lines where the stitches were. It's more noticeable when I'm smiling. The lines are a little raised but only very slightly. It doesn't interfere with any daily function, it just aesthetically bothers me since the whiteness of the scar can be seen. I'm interested in what options I might have to better the scar. And what sort of results might I expect.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This can be improved with lasers and fillers. I suggest seeing a scarring expert.  This is a pretty good result for what you had, although it can be improved if it bothers you.  It may take a series of treatments.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Megan Jack, MD · Answer

Great photos! There is nothing that will technically remove scars since they are a normal part of the healing process of the human body. The goal is to diminish the appearance. Based on your photos, most likely a surgical intervention is not necessary.  I would consider first a series of laser treatments to help "blur" the scar into the surrounding tissue.  Another consideration and adjunct treatment would be a medical tattoo artist who can match the pigment of the lip to reduce the appearance.  As always with scars it is important to avoid direct sun exposure (SPF lip balm should help) and massage them several times per day to help with softening of the scar tissue. Good luck!

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

I might recommend lip tattoo for color in the white lines only. Otherwise I really do not think surgery will improve...

Richard Galitz, MD, FACS (in memoriam) · Answer

First a lip scar takes about 12-18 months to fully mature and see the final result.As far as the white lip scar is concerned it is not unusual for a lip incision to "depigment" with normal healing.If this occurs there is a chance that the normal color will return but in my experience it is highly unlikely. The best way to solve the problem is with good medical tattooing of the white lines. Any further excision of lip skin to solve the problem will result in just more white lines and is contra-indicated

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