What causes scars to widen after surgery? Going for a revision surgery.

March 18, 2022
Asked By:Ddrr123 in White Plains, NY

What are the reasons scars stretch or widen after surgery (specifically breast lift) 1. Surgical technique? 2. Pressure/tension from the lift? 3. Improper scar maintenance? Those are the most common answers I've seen but what causes the widening and how do I avoid it from happening again during a second revision surgery?

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March 23, 2022

Answer: Scarring

March 23, 2022

Answer: Scarring

March 20, 2022

Answer: Scar stretch

March 20, 2022

Answer: Scar stretch

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