What’s the best treatment options for hyperpigmentation scar from abdominoplasty (Fitzpatrick Skin IV/V)? Scar is not raised procedure done 3 months ago. Currently using Embrace Scar Treatment /NewGel+ Silicone
Answer: Scars Tummy tuck scars will take one year to fully mature and you will notice changes over the months as healing continues. Be sure to use your scar treatment consistently for the best result. If after 9-12 months you are still unhappy with the appearance you can consider scar revision.
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Answer: Scars Tummy tuck scars will take one year to fully mature and you will notice changes over the months as healing continues. Be sure to use your scar treatment consistently for the best result. If after 9-12 months you are still unhappy with the appearance you can consider scar revision.
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Answer: Revision can be done followed by scar laser treatments Abdominoplasty scars can be quite complex, ranging from the simple hypertrophic scar to a multiplane inflamed keloid. Pigmentation, discoloration, chronic inflammation, scar visibility can all occur in the short term. We begin each treatment with combination therapy using Yellow broadband BBL, Vbeam, fractional erbium, intralesional IIT, and scar modulation. Start with a combination of Plato's Scar Serum massaged twice daily after one week of epithelialization followed by Luminase/Exfolase. Scar consultation and revision may be recommended.
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Answer: Revision can be done followed by scar laser treatments Abdominoplasty scars can be quite complex, ranging from the simple hypertrophic scar to a multiplane inflamed keloid. Pigmentation, discoloration, chronic inflammation, scar visibility can all occur in the short term. We begin each treatment with combination therapy using Yellow broadband BBL, Vbeam, fractional erbium, intralesional IIT, and scar modulation. Start with a combination of Plato's Scar Serum massaged twice daily after one week of epithelialization followed by Luminase/Exfolase. Scar consultation and revision may be recommended.
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October 27, 2022
Answer: Scar Treatment A scar can take up to a full year to mature where it will become thinner and lighter. I recommend using a silicone based scar treatment such as Biocorneum. If the appearance of the scar does not improve, I recommend speaking with your plastic surgeon to discuss other forms of scar treatment. This can include steroid injections, laser, or even a revision.
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October 27, 2022
Answer: Scar Treatment A scar can take up to a full year to mature where it will become thinner and lighter. I recommend using a silicone based scar treatment such as Biocorneum. If the appearance of the scar does not improve, I recommend speaking with your plastic surgeon to discuss other forms of scar treatment. This can include steroid injections, laser, or even a revision.
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September 15, 2022
Answer: Best treatment options for hyperpigmentation scar 3 month is very early in the scar maturation process so you can expect ongoing improvement for some time. No treatment for the pigmentation should be needed, but hydroquinone is an option if you felt the need to try something. If the pigmentation persists, laser treatments can be performed, but it is very premature to consider this at this time
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September 15, 2022
Answer: Best treatment options for hyperpigmentation scar 3 month is very early in the scar maturation process so you can expect ongoing improvement for some time. No treatment for the pigmentation should be needed, but hydroquinone is an option if you felt the need to try something. If the pigmentation persists, laser treatments can be performed, but it is very premature to consider this at this time
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September 16, 2022
Answer: Best treatment options for hyperpigmentation scar from abdominoplasty? Hello @Jean2Marie, thank you for your question and showing your pictures. Scarring has a maturation cycle of approximately one to one and a half years depending on the patient's skin. An examination would give you more information about what can be done. Please have in mind that the scar takes different features depending on the process inherent to the patient's health and skin condition. I link a video to shed more light. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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September 16, 2022
Answer: Best treatment options for hyperpigmentation scar from abdominoplasty? Hello @Jean2Marie, thank you for your question and showing your pictures. Scarring has a maturation cycle of approximately one to one and a half years depending on the patient's skin. An examination would give you more information about what can be done. Please have in mind that the scar takes different features depending on the process inherent to the patient's health and skin condition. I link a video to shed more light. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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