Hi. I got a breast lift 4 months ago. At first the incisions were very thin, but then they widened a lot, especially around the right areola, as you can see. Also still very red. Do the scars have a chance to get better naturally over time or is there anything that should be done about it? Will they fade even though they are wide? Been using silicone sheets but doesn't seem to make a big difference. Thank you Monkeygirda
Answer: Breast lift scars Hello! I can understand your anxiety as the scars are looking red and angry at this stage. However, 4 months is way too early in the healing process. Typically it takes 1-2 years for a scar to mature i.e. soften, change color. It would therefore be ideal to consider any scar revision or surgical intervention after a year. In the meantime, you could consult your PS regarding scar modulation protocols and follow them. All the best!
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Answer: Breast lift scars Hello! I can understand your anxiety as the scars are looking red and angry at this stage. However, 4 months is way too early in the healing process. Typically it takes 1-2 years for a scar to mature i.e. soften, change color. It would therefore be ideal to consider any scar revision or surgical intervention after a year. In the meantime, you could consult your PS regarding scar modulation protocols and follow them. All the best!
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Answer: Recommend starting beam treatments to defuse the redness and help scars become less visible Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and RF therapy to help reduce the longterm effects of the scarring. Keloids, hypertrophic scars, widened scars, red scars, and hyperpigmented scars all require scar modulation with topical creams followed by lasers and RF therapy. Topical skincare should be directed to a specific need, whether for pigmentation or hypertrophy and our office can guide you through the process to obtain the correct Plato’s Scar cream or Melarase cream for hypertrophy and discoloration. In terms of lasers, we would employ the vbeam laser for redness, Venus Viva RF, PRP microneedling, chemical peels, and Morpheus 8, fractional erbium, or fractional co2. All of these have their individual benefits. Most of all, we recommend you visit a solid plastic surgeon who understands surgical scar revision, laser therapy, and RF therapy for scars.
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Answer: Recommend starting beam treatments to defuse the redness and help scars become less visible Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and RF therapy to help reduce the longterm effects of the scarring. Keloids, hypertrophic scars, widened scars, red scars, and hyperpigmented scars all require scar modulation with topical creams followed by lasers and RF therapy. Topical skincare should be directed to a specific need, whether for pigmentation or hypertrophy and our office can guide you through the process to obtain the correct Plato’s Scar cream or Melarase cream for hypertrophy and discoloration. In terms of lasers, we would employ the vbeam laser for redness, Venus Viva RF, PRP microneedling, chemical peels, and Morpheus 8, fractional erbium, or fractional co2. All of these have their individual benefits. Most of all, we recommend you visit a solid plastic surgeon who understands surgical scar revision, laser therapy, and RF therapy for scars.
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November 30, 2016
Answer: #MakingBreastScarsBetter Best Scar Management is important to minimize or completely hide from view, the telltale signs of your surgery—namely, scars. Both you and your surgeon want you to have the most minimal scarring possible. There are many possible causes for scars that are enlarged or not healing well. Unsightly scars are most commonly due to genetics, underlying medical conditions, or improper scar/wound care. The last part is very important and patients can make a noticeable difference in their scars’ appearance by following best scar management practices. Here are some simple tips to make scars better - see link
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November 30, 2016
Answer: #MakingBreastScarsBetter Best Scar Management is important to minimize or completely hide from view, the telltale signs of your surgery—namely, scars. Both you and your surgeon want you to have the most minimal scarring possible. There are many possible causes for scars that are enlarged or not healing well. Unsightly scars are most commonly due to genetics, underlying medical conditions, or improper scar/wound care. The last part is very important and patients can make a noticeable difference in their scars’ appearance by following best scar management practices. Here are some simple tips to make scars better - see link
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October 22, 2016
Answer: Do wide breast lift scars get better over time? Hello! Thank you for your question. It is common for scars to fully mature for up to a year. In the meantime, there are a few things that may help to ameliorate your incision/scar. The most proven (as well as cheapest) modality is simple scar massage. Applying pressure and massaging the well-healed scar has been shown to improve the appearance as it breaks up the scar tissue, hopefully producing the finest scar as possible. Other things that have been shown to add some benefit are silicone sheets, hydration, and topical steroids. In addition, avoidance of direct sunlight to the incision will significantly help the appearance as they tend to discolor with UV light during the healing process. These incisions will get better over time, however, it appears that your areolar have stretched and widened, which may require revision if you desire. If unsightly scars are still present after approximately a year's time, other things that your surgeon may consider are intralesional steroid injections, laser, or just surgical revision of the scar itself. Hope that this helps! Best wishes for a wonderful result!
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October 22, 2016
Answer: Do wide breast lift scars get better over time? Hello! Thank you for your question. It is common for scars to fully mature for up to a year. In the meantime, there are a few things that may help to ameliorate your incision/scar. The most proven (as well as cheapest) modality is simple scar massage. Applying pressure and massaging the well-healed scar has been shown to improve the appearance as it breaks up the scar tissue, hopefully producing the finest scar as possible. Other things that have been shown to add some benefit are silicone sheets, hydration, and topical steroids. In addition, avoidance of direct sunlight to the incision will significantly help the appearance as they tend to discolor with UV light during the healing process. These incisions will get better over time, however, it appears that your areolar have stretched and widened, which may require revision if you desire. If unsightly scars are still present after approximately a year's time, other things that your surgeon may consider are intralesional steroid injections, laser, or just surgical revision of the scar itself. Hope that this helps! Best wishes for a wonderful result!
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June 22, 2014
Answer: Scars I would wait for surgical revision at least a year. A bit of fraxel laser or similar laser may be done now to try to improve the look. Good Luck!
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June 22, 2014
Answer: Scars I would wait for surgical revision at least a year. A bit of fraxel laser or similar laser may be done now to try to improve the look. Good Luck!
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