I am 3 weeks post tummy tuck, wondering when the scar color will fade? Will it change from dark to red and then to my skin color? Also when can I start massage on the scar? My doctor told me to continue using the dressing for 3 months. Is there any treatment can make the dark pigmentation disappear quicker?
Answer: Scar color Thanks for your question and congratulations on your abdominoplasty! You are still in the very early post-operative period. It can take up to one year for scar tissue to fully mature and settle; during this time, the scar appearance can change dramatically. Recommendations for scar management will vary from surgeon to surgeon. I generally suggest application of a good petroleum moisturizer (such as Eucerin or Aquaphor) to the scars on a twice daily basis, silicone gel or sheets, scar massage to any areas that are thickened or ropey, and complete avoidance of all UV radiation ( no tanning booths or sun exposure). I also recommend holding off on any final judgments for the first 12 months. You should discuss your concerns with your physician and review his or her scar management protocol. Best of luck!
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Answer: Scar color Thanks for your question and congratulations on your abdominoplasty! You are still in the very early post-operative period. It can take up to one year for scar tissue to fully mature and settle; during this time, the scar appearance can change dramatically. Recommendations for scar management will vary from surgeon to surgeon. I generally suggest application of a good petroleum moisturizer (such as Eucerin or Aquaphor) to the scars on a twice daily basis, silicone gel or sheets, scar massage to any areas that are thickened or ropey, and complete avoidance of all UV radiation ( no tanning booths or sun exposure). I also recommend holding off on any final judgments for the first 12 months. You should discuss your concerns with your physician and review his or her scar management protocol. Best of luck!
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Answer: Resurfx laser combined with melarase creams to help with pigmentation Abdominoplasty scars can be quite complex, ranging from the simple hypertrophic scar to a multiplane inflamed keloid. Pigmentation, discoloration, chronic inflammation, scar visibility can all occur in the short term. We begin each treatment with combination therapy using Yellow broadband BBL, Vbeam, fractional erbium, intralesional IIT, and scar modulation. Start with a combination of Plato's Scar Serum massaged twice daily after one week of epithelialization followed by Luminase/Exfolase. Scar consultation and revision may be recommended.
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Answer: Resurfx laser combined with melarase creams to help with pigmentation Abdominoplasty scars can be quite complex, ranging from the simple hypertrophic scar to a multiplane inflamed keloid. Pigmentation, discoloration, chronic inflammation, scar visibility can all occur in the short term. We begin each treatment with combination therapy using Yellow broadband BBL, Vbeam, fractional erbium, intralesional IIT, and scar modulation. Start with a combination of Plato's Scar Serum massaged twice daily after one week of epithelialization followed by Luminase/Exfolase. Scar consultation and revision may be recommended.
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October 8, 2019
Answer: Scar Yes your scar looks like it is healing appropriately. There are many scar products on the market. We have had success with Embrace Scar Therapy system. Scars can take up to one year to mature. Sometimes using lasers can help the scars fade. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon and follow post op advice as he/she is most familiar with the details of your surgery and how you've been progressing through recovery.
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October 8, 2019
Answer: Scar Yes your scar looks like it is healing appropriately. There are many scar products on the market. We have had success with Embrace Scar Therapy system. Scars can take up to one year to mature. Sometimes using lasers can help the scars fade. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon and follow post op advice as he/she is most familiar with the details of your surgery and how you've been progressing through recovery.
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June 20, 2019
Answer: 3 weeks post TT, does my tummy tuck scar look ok? When will the dark color disappear? Hello. Great question. Thank you for your picture. However, you are still very early in your recovery process. It will take a few weeks before all the swelling goes down and for the entire incision to heal. Be patient as the scar itself will begin to fade in a couple of months. If concerns persist, please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination.
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June 20, 2019
Answer: 3 weeks post TT, does my tummy tuck scar look ok? When will the dark color disappear? Hello. Great question. Thank you for your picture. However, you are still very early in your recovery process. It will take a few weeks before all the swelling goes down and for the entire incision to heal. Be patient as the scar itself will begin to fade in a couple of months. If concerns persist, please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination.
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June 5, 2019
Answer: 3 Weeks Post Tummy Tuck You are very early in your recovery. It may take up to a year or even longer for your scar to fade. Talk to your surgeon about silicone sheeting for scar treatment. Good luck.
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June 5, 2019
Answer: 3 Weeks Post Tummy Tuck You are very early in your recovery. It may take up to a year or even longer for your scar to fade. Talk to your surgeon about silicone sheeting for scar treatment. Good luck.
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June 4, 2019
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June 4, 2019
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