How long does a scar from FUT take to heal and become flat?

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I was wondering does the scar from fut ever become flat with your head or will there always be that slight bulge?

Anthony Bared, MD, FACS · Answer

On average, it can take from 6 months to a year for scars to fully mature.  If you are having a slightly raised scar after an FUT, it is best to see your surgeon as measures can be taken to help flatten the scar.

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

A scar from hair transplant should always ideally heal in a flat manner. It may start off bumpy but should improve over the next year. For scars that are still bumpy or hypertrophic or not changing after several months, you may require steroid injections to flatten the scar or a scar revision to improve the scar and make it less noticeable. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Artur Kierach, MD · Answer

In general it can take around 6 months for a FUT scar to heal. From the sutures or staples, the size of the strip including how wide and the length as well as taking into account the skin laxity. When healed the scar should be flush with the surrounding hair, not raised.

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  It can take at least 6 months for the scar to heal. If its been a t least 6 months then I would see your surgeon and see what he/she can do about flattening it.

Michael Meshkin, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

If your surgeon does a proper closure and you heal properly, you should have a flat area.  If you have 
any problems and concerns you should contact your doctor for an evaluation.

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