I got a breast lift on January this year and I still have very prominent dark scars. I feel very insecure about them. I am worried they will not fade and I’ve tried using oils to make my scars fade but nothing is working. They are a brown colour. When will they fade to white and is there anything I can do to speed the process?
November 30, 2018
Answer: Scar maturation Scars will generally mature over the course of a year. Over this 12 month period they will typically soften, flatten and lighten in color. During this time scar massage and sun avoidance is encouraged.I would not expect significant changes outside of a year. However, there options including scar revision/excision, steroid/Kenalog injections and laser/light therapy treatments.Ultimately, in your case, I would urge a measure of patience. "Tincture of time" as it is sometimes called will help more than anything else at this juncture. But you may consider scar recovery gels and silicone sheeting as well.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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November 30, 2018
Answer: Scar maturation Scars will generally mature over the course of a year. Over this 12 month period they will typically soften, flatten and lighten in color. During this time scar massage and sun avoidance is encouraged.I would not expect significant changes outside of a year. However, there options including scar revision/excision, steroid/Kenalog injections and laser/light therapy treatments.Ultimately, in your case, I would urge a measure of patience. "Tincture of time" as it is sometimes called will help more than anything else at this juncture. But you may consider scar recovery gels and silicone sheeting as well.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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November 11, 2018
Answer: When will dark breast lift scars fade to white? (Photo) As scars mature over months to a year (from bright red to purple-y red to dull dark red), the quality of the scar usually improves. There is almost always lightening of the scars. If these continue to be an issue, scar revision is probably the most reliable option. The color of the scar can be improved by a variety of modalities.
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November 11, 2018
Answer: When will dark breast lift scars fade to white? (Photo) As scars mature over months to a year (from bright red to purple-y red to dull dark red), the quality of the scar usually improves. There is almost always lightening of the scars. If these continue to be an issue, scar revision is probably the most reliable option. The color of the scar can be improved by a variety of modalities.
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