{"id":2118,"date":"2020-05-06T18:39:21","date_gmt":"2020-05-06T22:39:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.entofathens.com\/?p=2118"},"modified":"2020-05-12T17:26:12","modified_gmt":"2020-05-12T21:26:12","slug":"what-is-scar-revision-surgery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.entofathens.com\/what-is-scar-revision-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Scar Revision Surgery?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether your\nscar is recent or you have been living with it for most of your life, there is\nsomething you can do about it. Scar revision surgery is a type of plastic\nsurgery that can improve the condition or appearance of a scar anywhere on your\nbody. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are\nScars?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.entofathens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/medium-scar-revision-58610.jpg\" alt=\"a scar on a person's back\" class=\"wp-image-2119\" width=\"354\" height=\"216\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/skin-problems-and-treatments\/scars\" title=\"Scars and Your Skin | WebMD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Scars<\/a> are the visible signs of a wound and a natural part of your body\u2019s healing process. When the deep layer of your skin (dermis) is damaged, new collagen fibers form to help mend the damage. The new scar tissue is a different texture and quality than the surrounding tissue and may be flat, raised or depressed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are\ndifferent types of scars, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Discoloration or surface irregularities<\/li><li>Hypertropic scars<\/li><li>Keloids<\/li><li>Contractures<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The type of\nscar you have will determine the recommended treatment technique your plastic\nsurgeon will recommend. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who\nQualifies for Scar Revision Surgery?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best candidates for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.entofathens.com\/facial-plastics\/scar-revisions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"scar revision surgery (opens in a new tab)\">scar revision surgery<\/a> are those who are physically healthy, do not smoke and do not have any skin diseases in the area to be treated. While they are bothered enough by a scar on their body to seek treatment, they should have a positive outlook and realistic goals of the procedure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How\nShould You Prepare for Your First Appointment? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before your\nsurgery can be scheduled you will need to meet with your plastic surgeon to\ncomplete a consultation appointment. While there, they will review your medical\nhistory, including information about previous surgeries and use of medications,\nand complete an exam of your skin and scar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You and your\nsurgeon will also discuss the reasons you want scar revision surgery, your\ntreatment options and the likely outcome of the procedure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The\nSurgery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The exact\ntreatment depends on the severity of your scarring and the type, size and\nlocation of your scar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Topical\nTreatments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gels, tapes and\nexternal compression can be used to treat surface scars and discoloration. They\ncan also be utilized to assist in the healing of scar revision procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Injectable\nTreatments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dermal fillers\ncan be used to fill in depressed or concaved scars. Steroidal-based compounds\ncan reduce collagen formation, which can alter the appearance, size and texture\nof a raised scar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Surface\nTreatments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This treatment\ncan reduce uneven pigmentation and soften irregularities. They can be used to\nremove the top layers of skin, changing the nature of the tissue. Treatment\noptions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Dermabrasion<\/li><li>Laser or light therapy<\/li><li>Chemical peel<\/li><li>Skin bleaching<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Surgical\nTreatments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For deeper\nscars, an incision may be needed to surgically remove the old scar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Layered\nClosure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This procedure\nis used when the wound affects deeper layers of the skin or if it is in an area\nof high movement. A subdermal closure is needed to close up each layer of skin,\nresulting in closure to the surface wound. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The\nResults<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After one to\ntwo weeks of swelling and discomfort, you will begin to see the results. As the\nnew scar heals, you will see it slowly refine and fade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The results of\nscar revision surgery are long-lasting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more\nor to see if you qualify for scar revision surgery, contact the professionals\ntoday at ENT of Athens today.&nbsp; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether your scar is recent or you have been living with it for most of your life, there is something you can do about it. Scar revision surgery is a type of plastic surgery that can improve the condition or appearance of a scar anywhere on your body. What Are Scars? 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