Plastic surgery to correct scars aims to repair changes in healing from a cut-in hereditary, which the surgeon planned, such as a C-section of appendectomy, anywhere in the body.
The purpose of this surgery is to correct skin defects, such as irregularities in texture, size and color, thus providing a more uniform skin. It is only performed on severe scars or other cosmetic treatments such as the use of silicone patches, radiation therapy or pulsed light, do not work.
- The procedure performed to remove the scar depends on the type.
- Size.
- Location.
- And severity of the scar.
- And is followed by the plastic surgeon based on the needs and type of healing of each person.
- Who can use techniques involving cutting.
- Removal.
- Or reorientation of affected parts of the skin.
Zplastia Plastication is the most popular type of surgery to treat scars, there are several techniques that will depend on the type of scar to be treated.
To perform the surgical procedure, your doctor may order preoperative exams. As with any surgery, if an 8-hour test has to be performed, and the type of anesthesia provided to you will depend on the procedure to be performed, as it may be local, the general will take sedation.
In some cases, a single surgical procedure is sufficient to ensure good results, however, in more complicated cases, it may be necessary to repeat the surgery or perform new treatments.
After surgery inflammation may occur in the treated area, so the result of the procedure can be noticed in a few weeks, total healing can take months or even a year, in the healing period it is recommended:
In addition, to promote the healing of surgery and prevent it from become unsightly, your doctor may recommend other topical treatments, such as silicone patches, healing ointments, or the installation of an ointment.
Surgery for scar correction may be indicated by your surgeon, in situations where there are defects in scar formation, which may include:
The intention of the surgery is to improve the appearance and uniformity of the skin, however, it still guarantees the complete disappearance of the scar, in addition, the results may vary depending on the skin of each person.
Other recommended treatments to try before performing sound surgery
There are several techniques that can be applied to improve the appearance of mild scars, such as those resulting from acne, for example, some of these treatments include chemical peeling, microdermabrasion, laser use, radiofrequency, ultrasound or carboxytherapy.
These treatments can be performed by a plastic surgeon, however the dermatologist, when the scars are larger and harder to treat, we may treat them ineffectively, thus opting for other treatments for the realization of the surgery.
It is done with the installation of silicone patches, adhesive strips or bandages, indicated by the plastic surgeon, that can be used for a few weeks or several months. Massages with special products may also be indicated as they help reduce thickness, fibrosis. or change of scar color.
To improve the appearance of depressed or atropotic scars, substances such as hyaluronic acid or polymethylmethacrylate may be injected under the scar to improve the appearance and softness of the scar. The effect of this treatment may be long lasting, depending on the type. the material used and the condition of the scar.
Hypertrophic scars can be used to inject corticosteroids to reduce collagen formation, reducing the size and thickness of the scar.