Do I need a scar revision after Brachioplasty? So red and wide! (Photos)

October 29, 2017
Asked By:mommydoll in Vancouver, BC

I had brachioplasty a 12 weeks ago and my scars have gotten wider and redder as time goes on. I did have major arm lipo with the brachioplasty. Compressed them with tensors for 6 weeks and I keep out of the sun. I just feel the scar is very jagged and scary looking. I feel super self conscience about it. Should I get laser or other scar therapies or get the scar revised?

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