Will this scar continue to fill in and flatten out or will it need a revision? (Photo)

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I got a mole excised by a plastic surgeon from my upper lip 3 weeks ago. This is what it currently looks like and I’m getting quite concerned about it. Does this look normal for being 3 weeks in? Will this continue to flatten out and fill in? Will the horizontal marks from the suturing go away or are they permanent? Will I need a scar revision for this? What is the best treatment at this point? Silicone sheets or gel?

Dilip D. Madnani, MD, FACS · Answer

you really have to give it more time for it to settle before you get concerned, its only 3 weeks and scar will 'mature' over the next few months. After about 3m, you will see what it will start to look like and even then, it will improve. you should follow your surgeons scar care instructions and especially the use of sunscreen and consider some topical silicone to help it heal better.

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Will this scar continue to fill in and flatten out or will it need a revision? (Photo)

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