Scars & Keloids Copy
Scars are the unforgiving reminders of previous bodily insults.
Procedure
Scar location, shape, direction, depth, length, and healing characteristics should be considered before any revision.
A long list of techniques is employed.
Results
Vary by technique.
Indications
Unsightly depressed or prominent scars.
Complications
Vary by technique.
Recovery
Vary considerably, but in general on-going management is necessary for optimal outcome.
Anesthesia
Varies according to problem.
- Will my scar disappear completely?
- Is there only one scar treatment?
- Why did I get a keloid scar?
Will my scar disappear completely?
Scars cannot be made to disappear completely. However, they will be less visible, hidden, or changed to fit the body site.
Is there only one scar treatment?
The strategy includes every technique, surgical and nonsurgical, in plastic surgery
Why did I get a keloid scar?
Keloid formation is genetically determined. Certain body areas such as the ears, shoulder, back and chest are more prone to keloid formation.
- Category
- Services
- Body Part
- Skin
- Applicable for Men
- Yes
- Surgical
- Yes