Scar Tissue After Breast Implant Explantation

Question

I am 8 weeks post explantation and my surgeon said my scars (under the breasts) are thick and firm and are attached to my tissues underneath. He's advised me to massage them firmly and that he may need to perform surgery to separate the tissue? What does this mean and what are the consequences of not having surgery. Is it likely that massaging will 'loosen' up the scar tissue?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Good day! In addition to massage, Singulair or Vitamin E may be of help but contact your surgeon and discuss your options. Best of luck! #RealSelf100.

Richard J. Bruneteau, MD · Answer

It’s important to realize
that wound healing is a dynamic process and that you may not see your final
results for at least a year following surgery.We frequently see wounds that are unattractive in the initial phases of
wound healing which ultimately look good with the passage of time.Many of these wounds are similar to
yours.They have firmness, redness, and
are adherent to the deeper structures.In the early post-operative period, massage, topical
agents, and sun avoidance can all be utilized to minimize scarring.Occasionally, treatment with lasers may also
be helpful.If scarring persists for
longer than a year, surgical revision may be necessary.It’s important to realize that scarring tends to improve
over the course of approximately a year.In the vast majority of patients, surgical revisions aren’t
necessary.It’s therefore important to
be patient and listen to your surgeons recommendations.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

You may be surprised how massage and &ldquo;tincture of time&rdquo; will improve the appearance and feel of the scarred tissue.

	Best wishes.

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD, FACS · Answer

Massaging is a great way to help with healing.  I would wait about 6 months before performing any scar revisions, but it's difficult to give you an exact answer without actually seeing you.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

Massage may loosen up the scar tissue but time is usaully your best friend. Give it at least 6-9 months before making any longterm surgical . Surgical release is required at a later date if the scar doesn't release.

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