Wondering after stitches are out this coming Wednesday and I'm sure it will be awhile yet, but how soon could I start wearing make up to cover up this mess. I feel like a freak right now. Sorry I don't have a photo.
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The scar does appear thickened and has contracted. This is not unusual especially in this area and I would advise massage and silcone gel treatment in the initial phase. Your PS may have his/her own treatment regime for scar management. Lasers have been described to be of benefit and they may...
Great question but hard to assess from the photo. I would recommend an in person consultation with your surgeon who can examine the area under magnification and lighting. Sometimes a spitting suture can be removed and this will help settle the inflammation. I hope this helps.
This varies from person to person and case to case. Typically the lip can be swollen for several days, and even for over a week or two, but then returns to normal. Ice or cold compresses may help to ameliorate this swelling, as will elevation of the head (perhaps on 1-2 extra pillows at night)...