I had a mole removed last month and despite putting vaseline on it every day it doesn't look like the skin is going to fill in. Should I wait to go see a plastic surgeon or can I go now to get resutured? Is there a better option for me. I had a rhinoplasty done last year, not sure if that can affect the healing process.
February 11, 2019
Answer: Scar on nose The rhinoplasty is nit affecting the healing of the biopsy site. I would recommend a revision of this area which is basically roughening up the edges of the area so they can expect to granulate together if sutured shut. Then, wait for 4-6 weeks for that scar to form. The scar from that would most likely be more desirable than the current divet. But if scar , although improved, is still an issue at that point, microneedling coukd be used on the scar to diminish it.
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February 11, 2019
Answer: Scar on nose The rhinoplasty is nit affecting the healing of the biopsy site. I would recommend a revision of this area which is basically roughening up the edges of the area so they can expect to granulate together if sutured shut. Then, wait for 4-6 weeks for that scar to form. The scar from that would most likely be more desirable than the current divet. But if scar , although improved, is still an issue at that point, microneedling coukd be used on the scar to diminish it.
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February 11, 2019
Answer: Nose scar Dear San Francisco,Thank you for your inquiry. A large divoted nose scar would be treated with repositioning of the skin to cover it. The scar from that may be larger than the original divot.Prp with microneedling over time may be your best bet for a smaller scar over time. Silvadene may also be of benefit. Best. Dr Brecht Seattle, Wa
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February 11, 2019
Answer: Nose scar Dear San Francisco,Thank you for your inquiry. A large divoted nose scar would be treated with repositioning of the skin to cover it. The scar from that may be larger than the original divot.Prp with microneedling over time may be your best bet for a smaller scar over time. Silvadene may also be of benefit. Best. Dr Brecht Seattle, Wa
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