Does it look like I have a hyertrophic scar from a professional standpoint? What can I do to reduce the scar tissue that's so visible? I have an EXTREMELY BAD REACTION to steroids, even topical! What alternatives are there for SAFELY reducing scars on the eyelid? Is it PROBABLE that the scar will flatten in time or does it look like I have a permanent bad result? I'm seeing my surgeon AGAIN tomorrow, but to date he's had no explanation or answers for why I've had this reaction/problem!
March 8, 2016
Answer: Hypertrophic Scars after blepharoplasty Hi Denise,Thanks for your question. From my professional standpoint, you do NOT have hypertrophic scars based on the photos. Your scar looks irritated and still in the healing phases. Depending on the suture that was used, some cause more irritation than others. Eyelid crease scars heal remarkably well. Some people just take more time than others. You do not need steroids. I would recommend silicone gel which will help soften your scar and improve the redness that you see. Remember that it will likely flatten with time but it does take time sometimes several months to almost a year. I have seen this in about 10% of my patients usually in some Asians and Hispanics. Hope this helps. Have patience and good luck.Sincerely,Carlos Mata M.D.
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March 8, 2016
Answer: Hypertrophic Scars after blepharoplasty Hi Denise,Thanks for your question. From my professional standpoint, you do NOT have hypertrophic scars based on the photos. Your scar looks irritated and still in the healing phases. Depending on the suture that was used, some cause more irritation than others. Eyelid crease scars heal remarkably well. Some people just take more time than others. You do not need steroids. I would recommend silicone gel which will help soften your scar and improve the redness that you see. Remember that it will likely flatten with time but it does take time sometimes several months to almost a year. I have seen this in about 10% of my patients usually in some Asians and Hispanics. Hope this helps. Have patience and good luck.Sincerely,Carlos Mata M.D.
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December 30, 2017
Answer: Scar after eyelids It looks a little strange, but will most likely be ok. Be patient. Massage.... Check back with your doc. It is hard to get a bad scar with an eyelid plasty
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December 30, 2017
Answer: Scar after eyelids It looks a little strange, but will most likely be ok. Be patient. Massage.... Check back with your doc. It is hard to get a bad scar with an eyelid plasty
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