What Is Scar Reduction Surgery?
From the hardly noticeable to the more extreme, all wounds heal by the formation of scars. For those larger and more noticeable scars, scar reduction surgery, also known as scar revision surgery, can provide increased confidence in your appearance. This restorative surgery is performed by our highly skilled Minnesota surgeons and is a simple and safe process.
Scar revision entails scarred tissue being removed and the resulting opening then being sutured closed. Your doctor may prescribe the use of a silicone scar cream following your surgery to encourage full healing. Once healed, the skin will appear smooth and restored to its former appearance.
Whether your scar is visible to everyone or just you, you have the choice to live without the reminder of your wound — and feel fully healed.
Scar Reduction Surgery at a Glance
There are different approaches to treating scars depending on their location and severity. The appearance of some scars will improve with multiple procedures using dermabrasion or laser therapy.
Outpatient/inpatient: Outpatient
Length of surgery: Dependent on area of scarring
Anesthesia: Local
Length of recovery: Dependent on area of scarring
See the Results
There’s no denying the impact scar reduction surgery can make — see the difference for yourself!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Like with any procedure, some mild discomfort is expected but can be treated with any over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication. Some bruising, swelling and redness are also common after scar reduction surgery.
Most scar reduction surgeries can be performed comfortably with just the use of local anesthesia, allowing you to be awake for the process.
At Renew Plastic Surgery in Minnesota we pride ourselves on making your scarring look as if it never occurred. Natural, restored skin is expected after the incision site is healed.
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