I had a shave biopsy done on my cheek for a mole that was flat on the surface. It has left me with a round hole the size of a pencil eraser. It has been 13 weeks and still looks bad to me. Will this ever level out or what can be done to fix it with out having an excision done to correct it. One end of the scar sticks up a little more which seems to be making the shadowing of the scar more noticeable.
July 5, 2011
Answer: Indentation after biopsy
As has been stated, often such depressions will fill in as they heal. If they fail to do so within a reasonable period of time, subcision is sometimes helpful. Injection of fillers under the scar sometimes provides temporary relief while the healing process takes places. Occasionally the scar requires excision and repair. One way or the other it is usually possible to achieve an acceptable aesthetic appearance of a scar in this area.
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July 5, 2011
Answer: Indentation after biopsy
As has been stated, often such depressions will fill in as they heal. If they fail to do so within a reasonable period of time, subcision is sometimes helpful. Injection of fillers under the scar sometimes provides temporary relief while the healing process takes places. Occasionally the scar requires excision and repair. One way or the other it is usually possible to achieve an acceptable aesthetic appearance of a scar in this area.
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June 28, 2011
Answer: Scar Revision with Fat Grafting
Many times we are left with unsightly scars which are indented after removal of skin lesions, traumatic injuries, or after surgical procedures. Once the scar is allowed to "mature" for a period of 6-8 months it can be evaluated for revision. Many times indentations can be fixed by filling them with fat. Fat is harvested from the abdomen, packed in a syringe, and injected under the skin to fill the "void". Ne further incisions are usually necessary. It is an excellent procedure, and I have had much success. Good Luck, Dr. Corrado
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June 28, 2011
Answer: Scar Revision with Fat Grafting
Many times we are left with unsightly scars which are indented after removal of skin lesions, traumatic injuries, or after surgical procedures. Once the scar is allowed to "mature" for a period of 6-8 months it can be evaluated for revision. Many times indentations can be fixed by filling them with fat. Fat is harvested from the abdomen, packed in a syringe, and injected under the skin to fill the "void". Ne further incisions are usually necessary. It is an excellent procedure, and I have had much success. Good Luck, Dr. Corrado
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