I got my breast augmentation done May 2017. For the first four months I used SkinMedica 2-ounce Scar Recovery GeL, I did not see an improvement therefore I went to try on Mederma advance scar gel, did not really see a different. I am now using Scar guard repair liquid. My scars are still very red and thick. Will this go away or will I have to go under the knife again to remove this? I also want to note that the doctor used the electric tool to make the incision.
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Hello and thank you for your question. I am sorry to hear about your ongoing issues and discomfort. Yes, it is possible that a suture did not dissolve and may be causing the discomfort and other issues you have described. If the suture has not already dissolved by this time, it’s very unlikely t...
Hello and thank you for your question and photo. I’m sorry you are facing this concern. A skin graft can close the wound and shorten your healing time; however, it could lead to more visible scarring, and it will also leave scarring at the donor site, where the skin for the graft is obtained. A...
