Plastic surgeons are constantly struggling with the scars. Most of the time we did win. We have many tricks to maintain small, hidden and (hopefully) as close to invisible as possible. But also have proven methodologies that our patients need to know and have to use for best results. Whether a scar from surgery of any kind or an accident, follow these tips and guidelines tend to give less visible scars and more discreet. Remember, however, should always be discussed with your board certified plastic surgeon questions about your individual specific treatments or scars you may have.
Scar maturation is a slow process that usually takes 9 months to 18 months to complete. It is important to understand that while there may be thickening or redness associated with a scar in the first weeks or months, most of the time these issues substantially resolved with a much improved appearance in 12-14 months. Although some scarring may be shocking beginning, it is usually best to wait until this maturation process may be completed before implementation of any meaningful intervention. Usually, it is quite natural for improvement, revision surgery or special procedures are not even necessary.
Although improved surgical is ultimately needed is usually much less intense than what was planned, if made earlier (and prematurely). In general, both as a slightly pink or red scar, it is still maturing workforce. In children, this maturation process further extended by periods of active growth, which generally leads to continuous improvement as well. If a scar seems to be growing in size and thicker as time goes forward thinner or is still blush rather than the lightning, you should bring this attention to your plastic surgeon immediately. This kind of behavior due to a scar may be signs of an imminent keloid or hypertrophic scars - conditions that usually justify an earlier intervention.
expired scars must be protected from tanning rays (UV) and a good period of 6-12 months, including both the sun and tanning lamps. Exposure to the sun, either winter or summer, may cause permanent damage, the dark pigment in spots or areas around the scar is called hyperpigmentation. "This is often a permanent change in skin pigmentation is almost impossible to remove by any means. When the sun-blocking (SPF 30 or higher, a frequent and regular) uses a baseball-type caps or hats, umbrellas, shade looking for, and to avoid peak hours of sun exposure (11 to 14), this dreaded complication can be avoided. At the end of the period of one year has passed, this feeling tanned and hyperpigmentation of the risk is essentially the same compared to normal, damaged skin. At that point, you do not have to worry about hyperpigmentation.
Nevertheless, we recommend the strategy pursued throughout success using sunscreen and avoiding tanning rays to reduce your risk of developing cancer of the skin and prevent wrinkles and aging skin!
Early in your recovery when the healing process is complete, no sutures are removed or dissolved and you have been officially released from any / all restrictions, massage type of high quality, hypoallergenic moisturizer twice day for at least 3-6 months is a big advantage. Lots of the area in general is more important than the application. A few minutes should be used gently massage the entire region and specific scars.
This "physical therapy" applied early and throughout the maturation of the scar tends to make the scars gradually thinner, softer, more elastic, smooth and even. hydration aspect also helps to produce more attractive long-term, as the scars mature and the surrounding areas tend to dry easily and really need a lot more moisture they provide on a regular basis. Stay away from expensive perfumes or scented products contain, which can cause irritation to the skin.
creams containing silicone and adhesive silicone sheets are a very effective and relatively inexpensive to minimize scarring of the maturation stage as well. Believe it or not, nobody ever really understood why or how this technique actually works - but it does! Silicone sheets are brought so close to 24 hours a day, once the wounds have healed. If you have problems with keloid scars or bad in the past, this is definitely how you want to go. Use of the silicone sheet has even been shown that the value in ar 2 years or older, once thought completely stable and fully matured to the point they would not reply - though they often do!
Usually, your surgeon will ask you to follow up with respect to its final scar appearance in about a year when the process of maturation is almost complete. This is an opportune time to discuss any questions you may have and check out all the options available to improve even more if desired (and possible). Surgery, injections of special medications and lasers are options that are all that are useful in a variety of situations unacceptable scars.
Scar maturation is a slow process that usually takes 9 months to 18 months to complete. It is important to understand that while there may be thickening or redness associated with a scar in the first weeks or months, most of the time these issues substantially resolved with a much improved appearance in 12-14 months. Although some scarring may be shocking beginning, it is usually best to wait until this maturation process may be completed before implementation of any meaningful intervention. Usually, it is quite natural for improvement, revision surgery or special procedures are not even necessary.
Although improved surgical is ultimately needed is usually much less intense than what was planned, if made earlier (and prematurely). In general, both as a slightly pink or red scar, it is still maturing workforce. In children, this maturation process further extended by periods of active growth, which generally leads to continuous improvement as well. If a scar seems to be growing in size and thicker as time goes forward thinner or is still blush rather than the lightning, you should bring this attention to your plastic surgeon immediately. This kind of behavior due to a scar may be signs of an imminent keloid or hypertrophic scars - conditions that usually justify an earlier intervention.
expired scars must be protected from tanning rays (UV) and a good period of 6-12 months, including both the sun and tanning lamps. Exposure to the sun, either winter or summer, may cause permanent damage, the dark pigment in spots or areas around the scar is called hyperpigmentation. "This is often a permanent change in skin pigmentation is almost impossible to remove by any means. When the sun-blocking (SPF 30 or higher, a frequent and regular) uses a baseball-type caps or hats, umbrellas, shade looking for, and to avoid peak hours of sun exposure (11 to 14), this dreaded complication can be avoided. At the end of the period of one year has passed, this feeling tanned and hyperpigmentation of the risk is essentially the same compared to normal, damaged skin. At that point, you do not have to worry about hyperpigmentation.
Nevertheless, we recommend the strategy pursued throughout success using sunscreen and avoiding tanning rays to reduce your risk of developing cancer of the skin and prevent wrinkles and aging skin!
Early in your recovery when the healing process is complete, no sutures are removed or dissolved and you have been officially released from any / all restrictions, massage type of high quality, hypoallergenic moisturizer twice day for at least 3-6 months is a big advantage. Lots of the area in general is more important than the application. A few minutes should be used gently massage the entire region and specific scars.
This "physical therapy" applied early and throughout the maturation of the scar tends to make the scars gradually thinner, softer, more elastic, smooth and even. hydration aspect also helps to produce more attractive long-term, as the scars mature and the surrounding areas tend to dry easily and really need a lot more moisture they provide on a regular basis. Stay away from expensive perfumes or scented products contain, which can cause irritation to the skin.
creams containing silicone and adhesive silicone sheets are a very effective and relatively inexpensive to minimize scarring of the maturation stage as well. Believe it or not, nobody ever really understood why or how this technique actually works - but it does! Silicone sheets are brought so close to 24 hours a day, once the wounds have healed. If you have problems with keloid scars or bad in the past, this is definitely how you want to go. Use of the silicone sheet has even been shown that the value in ar 2 years or older, once thought completely stable and fully matured to the point they would not reply - though they often do!
Usually, your surgeon will ask you to follow up with respect to its final scar appearance in about a year when the process of maturation is almost complete. This is an opportune time to discuss any questions you may have and check out all the options available to improve even more if desired (and possible). Surgery, injections of special medications and lasers are options that are all that are useful in a variety of situations unacceptable scars.
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