TT scar Revision Incision Sinking In? (photos)

Question

I had scar revision surgery 5 days ago. I've been following my surgeons instructions but my incision looks oddly sunken in... My follow up appointment isn't for another two weeks so I was wanting to know if this looks normal or if I should schedule my appointment for an earlier date?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

John P. Di Saia, MD · Answer

Hello,Have your surgeon look at this.Best Regards,John Di Saia MD

Kelly Killeen, MD, FACS · Answer

It is common for incisions to look this way once swelling sets in.  At this point your best bet is to wait a few weeks and see how things turn out.  I suspect it will look great.  Address your concerns with your surgeon to set your mind at ease.

TT scar Revision Incision Sinking In? (photos)

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