- Minimize Scars with Expert Scar Revision Techniques
- Scars are Unpredictable and Unique
- What are the Various Types of Scars?
- What is the AfterCare of Scar Revision?
- What are the Different Surgical Techniques?
- Why Choose PVPS for Your Scar Revision in Jacksonville, FL?
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Minimize Scars with Expert Scar Revision Techniques
While no scar can be removed completely, our plastic surgeons can often improve the appearance of a scar, making it less obvious through the injection or application of certain steroid medications or through surgical procedures known as “scar revisions”. While this treatment does not fully eliminate a scar, the visible imperfections are certainly minimized. Most patients feel more confident exposing the section of skin where the unsightly scar once resided.
Scars are Unpredictable and Unique
Scars, whether they’re caused by accidents or by surgery, are unpredictable. The way a scar develops depends as much on how your body heals as it does on the original injury. Many variables can affect the severity of scarring, including the size and depth of the wound, the blood supply to the area, the thickness and color of your skin, and the direction of the scar.
What are the Various Types of Scars?
There are various methods available to treat unsightly scars, but it helps to first understand the different kinds of scars. These can include:
Superficial Scars
As the most subtle type of scars, these do not cause any issue other than an unsightly appearance.
Hypertrophic Scars
These don’t extend beyond the wound, but do continue to become larger, thicker, and more painful over time.
Contracture Scars
These develop over a larger section of skin, creating a “tight” feel and impairing one’s ability to move. A severe burn is an example of a contracture scar.
What is the AfterCare of Scar Revision?
Following scar revision, you will need to adhere to a daily scar treatment regime so the wound site and the new scar can heal. It’s very important to protect this area of skin from sun exposure in order to avoid any further skin discoloration.
What are the Different Surgical Techniques?
Scar revision treatment will be chosen based on the scar’s location, type, size, and overall extent. There are various techniques to consider.
Shave Excision
For scars that are raised, a shave excision may be performed to remove the top of the scar. The surface can then be evened out with the rest of the skin. This creates a smoother, flatter appearance. During the procedure, a surgical shaver is used to slowly shave off the raised portion of the scar. Sutures are not needed in most shave excision cases.
Injectable Treatments
Scars that are depressed or concave may benefit from a dermal filler. There are a wide variety of fillers on the cosmetic surgery market that may be considered. Collagen is also a common filler used for scar revision. During the procedure, the material will be injected into the skin through a syringe. The surgeon may also manipulate the outside of the skin to help shape the surface accordingly.
Surface Treatments
Some scars can be treated with a series of skin rejuvenation treatments that can soften the surface of the skin, smooth out uneven scarring, reduce uneven pigmentation, and lighten the skin where needed. Some scars may even become non-existent because of the skin removal mechanism. Skin surface treatments include laser skin resurfacing, chemical peels, dermabrasion, and skin bleaching.
Skin Grafting/Tissue Expansion
Large scars may require a skin graft (skin taken from another area on the body) to close the wound once the scar has been removed. Carefully placed sutures will be used around the graft to close and blend the skin together for healing. If a skin graft will not be used, tissue expansion may be used instead. During this process, a tissue expander will be placed under the skin where the scar resides and filled with a sterile solution. Once the expansion process is complete, the surgeon will stretch and join the edges together and place sutures carefully into the tissue wall.
Scar Removal or Modification
This is also a technique used for raised scars. It can be accomplished a couple of different ways. First is the elliptical removal pattern. This involves removing the scar as well as an edging (ellipse) of skin encompassing the scar so a clean enclosure can be made. The sutures may be placed on the inside or outside of the skin. Sometimes a scar exists because the incision was closed poorly. By re-opening the scar and re-suturing the skin in a different direction, the new scar can be minimized.
Why Choose PVPS for Your Scar Revision in Jacksonville, FL?
At Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery (PVPS), we’re more than just a plastic surgery center—we’re dedicated to helping you achieve confidence through expert care. Specializing in scar revision, we offer personalized treatments designed to reduce the appearance of scars and restore your skin’s natural beauty. Serving all of Northeast Florida, our team of board-certified surgeons and skilled professionals provides exceptional results across multiple convenient locations.
What makes PVPS stand out is our commitment to ongoing education, a team of national trainers, and our unique Care Teams. Each surgeon works alongside a dedicated Registered Nurse and PCC to ensure the highest level of personalized care. Reach out today to schedule your scar revision consultation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does a scar revision procedure take place?
All scar revision procedures are performed in an accredited surgical facility.
Does a scar revision procedure require general or local anesthesia?
Some scar revision procedures will require general anesthesia, but most will only need local anesthesia.
How long does a scar revision procedure typically take?
The duration of a scar revision procedure can vary based on the scar's size and complexity, but most surgeries take between 30 minutes to two hours. Your surgeon will provide an estimated timeline during your consultation, considering the specific techniques involved.
What post-operative care is necessary after scar revision surgery?
Post-operative care is crucial for optimal healing after scar revision. Patients are typically advised to keep the area clean and dry, apply prescribed ointments, and avoid sun exposure. Your surgeon will provide specific instructions tailored to your procedure to ensure the best possible outcome.