I had a breast lift within the last 5 months. My doctor recommended silicone gel strips. They have helped reduce my scarring compared to what they were before, but nothing significant. The scars are causing pain and interfere with my movement. I have been seeing online that patients have treated their scars with injections and laser. However, I read that some injections may actually worsen the condition. I am at a loss for what I should do.
September 12, 2018
Answer: Scar treatment Dear christiana1990,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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September 12, 2018
Answer: Scar treatment Dear christiana1990,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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September 12, 2018
Answer: Hypertrophic Breast Scars Every surgeon usually has their own protocol for treating post-op scars. I usually recommend the silicone gel strips to help with improving scars. You are only 5 months post-op. Scars can take one year or even longer to mature. It is possible that with time your scars will improve on their own with minimal intervention. Yes, steroid injections and/or lasers can possibly make a scar appear worse. Sometimes I will do a small test treatment on one small area of the scar to see how it reacts. If I see improvement, then I would treat more of the scar. It is best to discuss this with your surgeon and review the options. Thanks for the question.
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September 12, 2018
Answer: Hypertrophic Breast Scars Every surgeon usually has their own protocol for treating post-op scars. I usually recommend the silicone gel strips to help with improving scars. You are only 5 months post-op. Scars can take one year or even longer to mature. It is possible that with time your scars will improve on their own with minimal intervention. Yes, steroid injections and/or lasers can possibly make a scar appear worse. Sometimes I will do a small test treatment on one small area of the scar to see how it reacts. If I see improvement, then I would treat more of the scar. It is best to discuss this with your surgeon and review the options. Thanks for the question.
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