Incision open long after surgery incision healed. Possible ingrown hair. What to do? How to correct it?

Hello,When incisions are made within the hair or at the edge of the hair, ingrown hairs can occur weeks or months after surgery.  This problem is common after hair line browlifts because the incision is made in a special way called "trichophytic".  This method of making the incision results in a very well hidden scar because the hairs will grow through the scar itself.  But as you can imagine, when the hair is growing through the scar, sometimes they get trapped.  The result is what looks like a pimple.  The solution is quite simple.  The pimple needs to be opened and the hair tweezed.  I have never seen this happen more than a few months after surgery.  It also would not result in the incisions opening except for the small area of the pimple.  If your incision is more extensively opened, then ingrown hair is not the reason.  Either way, you should visit with the doctor who did the surgery originally for diagnosis and treatment.Regards,Dr. AAustin, Texas

Thank you for the question and sorry for your problem.  I would recommend seeing your surgeon or other expert if you have concerns Dr Corbin