How to Prevent Scar from Dog Bite on Lip/Mouth? (photos)

August 13, 2021
Asked By:hellothere11 in Los Angeles, California

I was bit by a dog on the mouth/lip area. Urgent care just have me antibiotics. Is there any recommendations for preventing a scar or what a plastic surgeon could do to help? Thank you.

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Answer: Recommend doing a scar revision followed by laser treatments

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