Can I have a scar revision surgery after 3 months? I feel so disfigured and can barely leave the house (Photo)

Before jumping into the expense, healing and postsurgical downtime of revision surgery, which, in areas subject to dynamic or static tension, runs the risk for the development of stretch scars and even stitch tracks, you may wish to consider simple, relatively inexpensive subcision to break up the tethering firbrosis underneath and to elevate and smooth the overlying scar. It requires no scalpel cutting and hence shares none of the above concerns and engenders little to no signficant post-treatment downtime. Make sure to consult with a board certified cosmetic dermatologist and best of luck.

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis. We see atrophic and hypertrophic scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to discuss the best treatment options for your type of skin. .

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon