Hi doctors! I understand that there are different types of mastopexy scars but on average i was curious how long it takes them to heal and settle. Are most scars clearly visible and what can I do to minimize them? thanks
Answer: Mastopexy Scars and Nipple Sensation There are 3 general types of mastopexy scars: 1) around the areola 2)around the areola and a vertical scar down to the fold under the breast, and 3) around the areola, vertical scar down to the fold, and a horizontal scar in the fold. The scar required has to do with the amount of excess skin present. Generally speaking, these scars heal well. The incisions are fully healed between 6-8 weeks, but the scars will continue to mature over time. They will actually look good in the beginning, will start to look red and raised from 2-4 months, and will then calm down again. They way they look at 1 year after surgery is about how they will end up looking, but I think they continue to improve after 1 year as well.The things you can do to improve the appearance of scars are 1) scar massage 2) sun block 3) silicone based scar gels or tapes.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Mastopexy Scars and Nipple Sensation There are 3 general types of mastopexy scars: 1) around the areola 2)around the areola and a vertical scar down to the fold under the breast, and 3) around the areola, vertical scar down to the fold, and a horizontal scar in the fold. The scar required has to do with the amount of excess skin present. Generally speaking, these scars heal well. The incisions are fully healed between 6-8 weeks, but the scars will continue to mature over time. They will actually look good in the beginning, will start to look red and raised from 2-4 months, and will then calm down again. They way they look at 1 year after surgery is about how they will end up looking, but I think they continue to improve after 1 year as well.The things you can do to improve the appearance of scars are 1) scar massage 2) sun block 3) silicone based scar gels or tapes.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Scars and nipple sensation Scars can take about a year to "heal and settle". Usually, they'll heal into a thin faint line. However, if you have a history of abnormal scarring or expose the scar to the sun, they will be more visible. You can try a number of scar treatments. Your surgeon can recommend the best one for you. Sensation usually returns to the nipples, but it can take a few weeks.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Scars and nipple sensation Scars can take about a year to "heal and settle". Usually, they'll heal into a thin faint line. However, if you have a history of abnormal scarring or expose the scar to the sun, they will be more visible. You can try a number of scar treatments. Your surgeon can recommend the best one for you. Sensation usually returns to the nipples, but it can take a few weeks.
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January 15, 2015
Answer: Scar fading and sensation after breast surgery It might take 12-18 months for the scars to fully settle. Nerve growth may also take this amount of time to regain sensation in the areas.
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Answer: Scar fading and sensation after breast surgery It might take 12-18 months for the scars to fully settle. Nerve growth may also take this amount of time to regain sensation in the areas.
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January 12, 2015
Answer: How long does it take for mastopexy scars to fade. There are many factors that determine scar quality (genetics, tension, inflammation). Areolar and vertical scars tend to fade quicker than inframammary scars. Most say it takes about 1 year. In my experience scars fade over years (a scar that is 5 years old is usually less noticeable than a scar that is a year old). Gel sheeting, intense pulsed light, and pro fractional lasers may be helpful. Usually nipple sensation is preserved and will improve over months. However depending on the procedure done sensation can be permanently altered.
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Answer: How long does it take for mastopexy scars to fade. There are many factors that determine scar quality (genetics, tension, inflammation). Areolar and vertical scars tend to fade quicker than inframammary scars. Most say it takes about 1 year. In my experience scars fade over years (a scar that is 5 years old is usually less noticeable than a scar that is a year old). Gel sheeting, intense pulsed light, and pro fractional lasers may be helpful. Usually nipple sensation is preserved and will improve over months. However depending on the procedure done sensation can be permanently altered.
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January 12, 2015
Answer: Breast Lift Scars It normally takes about 1 year for the scar to completely heal. The amount of scarring you have will depend on your genetics but there are several products you can use to help speed the healing process up. We recommend Skin Medica Scar Treatment Gel and silicone sheeting.
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Answer: Breast Lift Scars It normally takes about 1 year for the scar to completely heal. The amount of scarring you have will depend on your genetics but there are several products you can use to help speed the healing process up. We recommend Skin Medica Scar Treatment Gel and silicone sheeting.
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