Scar Revision
Scar Revision
How it works
Scar revision aims to improve scars whose shape or position produces a less favourable result. The relationship between the scar and the surrounding skin, light and shadow may affect how visible it is.
Depressed scars may be filled with fat. Widened scars may be removed and replaced with a finer line.
Large areas of scarring may require several operations and tissue expansion may be used.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about scar revision.
What is scar revision?
It is a procedure intended to improve scars whose shape or position produces a less favourable result.
What is scar revision intended to correct?
It is intended to correct the shape, position and width of scars, aiming to replace them with scars of a better shape or position.
Why may a scar become more visible?
Its visibility may be influenced by its relationship with the surrounding skin and by the way light and shadow fall on the area.
How may depressed scars be treated?
Depressed scars may be filled with fat.
How may widened scars be improved?
They may be removed and replaced with a finer line.
May more than one operation be required?
Yes. Large areas of scarring may require several operations.
When may tissue expansion be used?
Tissue expansion may be used to treat large areas of scarring.
How long does the procedure take?
Depending on the size of the scar, it may take between 30 minutes and 1 hour 30 minutes.
What type of anaesthesia is used?
Local anaesthesia is usually used. General anaesthesia may be required for very large scars.
What determines the resulting scar?
The resulting scar depends on the size and shape of the previous scar.
Is a hospital stay required?
Usually not. Exceptions may apply to very large scars or scars in areas that limit daily activities.
When is it possible to return to work?
Returning to work may be possible within the following days, depending on the scar location.
Should skin stretching be avoided during recovery?
In some areas of the body, more careful avoidance of skin stretching may be required for several weeks to help achieve a good result.
What are the most frequent risks?
The most frequent risks and problems include widened scars, excessive scarring, pigmentation changes and infection.
Is the result definitive?
The procedure is definitive.
This information is general and does not replace an individual medical assessment.
