Will lumpiness of MOHS surgery scar on cheek eventually flatten out?

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I am just shy of three weeks post MOHS surgery for removal of a squamous cell carcinoma in situ from my right cheek. The incision has healed, but there is lumpiness and tiny indents along the 1" long incision. Also, feels like there is raised hard tissue underneath the incision. Will this lumpiness go away eventually? Anything else I can do now, such as massaging the scar to help flatten it?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I typically treat all my MOHS patients with a post-operative scar protocol of laser treatments starting 3-6 weeks after the sutures were removed and a topical silicone based scar gel.  I suggest at least one laser treatment at this point.  The scar will improve over time, but if you want even better cosmetic result long term I suggest coming to see us in the office.  Best, Dr. Emer.

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

The "lumpiness" you feel underneath is most likely the underneath sutures that are still there and will eventually dissolve. Your upper sutures were removed but there are layering sutures underneath that are still there. Scars will improve with time and really can take up to 6 months. I would also suggest, like Dr. Emer, some possible Laser Genesis. This is great for scar minimization and redness. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and 
cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person 
treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

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