I’ve followed up with my surgeon and he recommends me wait. I’ve had steroid injections at least three times and little change. I’m very unhappy with the outcome and was sure I could trust my surgeon who only specializes in facial surgery. These raised scars hurt and I feel so embarrassed about getting the surgery. Any tips are greatly appreciated, I really hope I can improve the outcome.
March 21, 2018
Answer: Keloid Scar After Facelift Thank you for your question. This is a keloid scar which can be a risk of surgery especially in patient with very pale skin or they are more common in people with dark skin, such as people from Africa and African-Caribbean and south Indian communities. I believe if you have tried steroid injections, you should wait about 6-12 months post op after surgery and have these scars removed and replace with new scars. There is still a chance that this could keloid again. Steroid injections and silicone sheet dressing or laser excision followed by monthly intralesional steroid injections alone or in conjunction with imiquimod. All The Best
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March 21, 2018
Answer: Keloid Scar After Facelift Thank you for your question. This is a keloid scar which can be a risk of surgery especially in patient with very pale skin or they are more common in people with dark skin, such as people from Africa and African-Caribbean and south Indian communities. I believe if you have tried steroid injections, you should wait about 6-12 months post op after surgery and have these scars removed and replace with new scars. There is still a chance that this could keloid again. Steroid injections and silicone sheet dressing or laser excision followed by monthly intralesional steroid injections alone or in conjunction with imiquimod. All The Best
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March 21, 2018
Answer: Mini-incision facelift scars Sorry to hear about your tough recovery. There are some things that can help your scarring. Steroid and 5FU injections can help. I would also apply topical steroids (prescription strength). There are some lasers that can help and botulinum injections sometimes can help. Be in touch with your surgeon to ensure the best recovery. Best regards.
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March 21, 2018
Answer: Mini-incision facelift scars Sorry to hear about your tough recovery. There are some things that can help your scarring. Steroid and 5FU injections can help. I would also apply topical steroids (prescription strength). There are some lasers that can help and botulinum injections sometimes can help. Be in touch with your surgeon to ensure the best recovery. Best regards.
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