Can the scar-tissue be separated from the muscle and not have an indent at the incision sight? (photos)

January 26, 2014
Asked By:cdevine

I had implants put in eight years ago. The muscle adhered to the scar-tissue causing pain when using my arm and an achy feeling most of the time. The scar had faded over the years but the surgeon said it would be easier to go in through the original incision to fix the problem rather than under breast. I had surgery this December but the problem remains. He now suggests to cut the muscle free from the ribs with a new incision under the breast under local anesthesia.

3 photos

Answers (3)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
January 30, 2014

Answer: Animation deformity and scar adherence

Richard Baxter, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
January 30, 2014

Answer: Animation deformity and scar adherence

Richard Baxter, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
MOST RECENT
August 14, 2014

Answer: Can the scar-tissue be separated from the muscle and not have an indent at the incision sight? (photos)

1 person found this helpful
MOST RECENT
August 14, 2014

Answer: Can the scar-tissue be separated from the muscle and not have an indent at the incision sight? (photos)

1 person found this helpful
January 31, 2014

Answer: Can the scar-tissue be separated from the muscle and not have an indent at the incision sight?

January 31, 2014

Answer: Can the scar-tissue be separated from the muscle and not have an indent at the incision sight?

Recommended reading

Breast Implant Revision

Everything you need to know about Breast Implant Revision

  • 92% worth it
  • 5.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $10,296
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Recommended reading

Breast Implant Revision

Everything you need to know about Breast Implant Revision

  • 92% worth it
  • 5.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $10,296
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT