Scars & Keloids

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?

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.