We Know: All About Scar Revision Surgery

What is scar revision surgery?

Scar revision surgery is the process by which scar tissue, caused by injury resulting from a burn, lesion, acne or other source, is relocated, minimized or disguised by means of one or many cosmetic surgical procedures.

What types of treatments are involved in scar revision surgery?

Scar revision surgery actually involves many different procedures, depending on the type of scar involved.

  • Skin Flap: This type of scar revision surgery involves the removal of the actual scar tissue and the surrounding skin flaps are sutured. Alternately, skin grafting may be used.
  • Dermabrasion: This procedure involves the use of a powered tool with a head much like sandpaper that sloughs off the top layers of skin. In this case, the device is used to remove the top layers of an elevated or bumpy scar to smooth its appearance.
  • Steroid Injections: Keloid scars are often treated with steroid injections in order to decrease their size and appearance.
  • Laser Skin Resurfacing: Working much like dermabrasion, laser skin resurfacing resurfaces the skin by vaporizing the outermost layer. This smoothes the appearance of scars and has a shorter healing time than dermabrasion.

Who should get scar revision surgery?

Deciding to get scar revision surgery is a very personal matter and is often based on deep-rooted desires for better functionality or cosmetic appearance. However, in order to get such a surgical procedure done, one must be in good health. It is also important to have realistic expectations of the outcome of the surgery. While scar revision surgery can greatly improve the appearance of scars, there is no way to actually get rid of scars completely.

What should I expect after scar revision surgery?

Following surgery, regardless off type, it is perfectly normal to experience some discomfort in the operated area. Follow your doctor's guidelines implicitly and try to remain as inactive as possible for the days after surgery. Keep the site of operation elevated and use cold packs to relieve swelling and pain.



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