BALTIMORE, MD
Scar Revision
What is Scar Revision?
Visible scars on the face or neck can result in self-consciousness and embarrassment, often differing vastly in skin tone and texture in comparison to the surrounding healthy tissue.
Scar revision in Baltimore can help minimize the visibility and prominence of scars on the skin surface. There are various treatment options to help reduce the appearance of scars on the top layer of skin. The goal of scar revision in Baltimore is to help blend the scar with the surrounding skin and, if needed, to reorient the scar so it falls into more natural lines.
Scars can vary in shape, color, and depth, and form from a variety of skin injuries, so we take a unique approach to every scar to deliver the best results possible.
What Can I Expect from Scar Revision Surgery?
Surgical revision treatments can vary depending on the scar being treated. During your consultation for scar revision in Baltimore, Dr. Hahn will determine the best treatment options to give you the results you are looking for. Treatment of scars can range from topical treatments to surgical procedures.
For deep tissue scars that require surgery, the scar is carefully excised with careful surgical technique, and meticulous closure is performed to minimize the resultant scar of the surgical incisions. Your results from scar revision will vary depending on the method used for treatment.
Typically, the skin will need a couple of weeks to recover, during which time you can expect your results to become increasingly visible. In some cases, multiple treatments or skin grafting may be necessary to achieve the desired results and improvement from the scar resulting from the original injury.
What are the Benefits of Scar Revision?
For individuals who have experienced poorly healed wounds from surgery or previous injury, scar revision can help restore healthy skin and address irregular clusters of scar tissue.
Scar revision in Baltimore offers the following benefits:
Reduced visibility of scars
Smooth acne scars and other facial scars
Improved texture of the scarred skin
Restoration of normal facial function
Improved confidence in your appearance
Am I a Good Candidate for Scar Revision?
If you have experienced embarrassment or self-consciousness due to noticeable scars, scar revision in Baltimore may be helpful for you. Typically, these visible scars form from an abundance of fibrous tissue, and in the case of keloid scars, they grow beyond the borders of the original scar due to abnormal collagen formation.
Many types of scar revision and advanced techniques are available depending on the scar’s characteristics and your skin type.
Scar Revision in Baltimore at Maryland Center for Facial Plastic Surgery is suitable for treating:
- depressed scars
- keloid scarring
- contracture scars
- facial scars
- acne scars
- severe scarring
- mild scars
- sunken scars
During your consultation with Dr. Samuel Hahn of Maryland Center for Facial Plastic Surgery, you will be provided with an individualized assessment and treatment plan.
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Non-Surgical Scar Revision
Non-surgical scar revision techniques may be suitable for certain types of scars or for patients who prefer non-invasive treatments. These techniques aim to improve the appearance of scars without the need for surgery.
Laser therapy can be effective in reducing the visibility of scars by targeting the pigmentation within the scar tissue. Laser treatments emit energy that breaks down the scar tissue in the layers of skin, stimulating the production of new collagen growth and promoting smoother, more even-toned skin. Different types of laser resurfacing may be used, depending on the characteristics of the scar, such as hypertrophic scars.
Microdermabrasion and chemical peels are additional non-surgical treatments that can be used. Microdermabrasion involves using a device to gently exfoliate the skin and improve texture depending on the scar type.
In the case of hypertrophic and keloid scars, pressure therapy with silicone gel sheets may be useful in flattening the scars and preventing the return of scars.
In some cases, dermal fillers may be an option to fill in depressed or concaved scars such as acne scarring.
How Much Does a Scar Revision in Baltimore Cost?
There are numerous factors that go into the cost of a scar revision procedure. The cost of scar revision in Baltimore will depend on the extent of treatments necessary to achieve the desired result.
Treatment options may include both surgical and non-surgical treatment modalities. If the scar is causing functional deficits, the treatment may be covered by insurance. During your consultation with Dr. Hahn, we will provide you with a clear breakdown of costs and explain your payment options.
Bare Your Skin with Confidence!
Dr. Samuel Hahn works with each patient to determine the best personalized treatment plan to achieve natural-looking results. Men and women in the Baltimore, Towson, and Columbia communities can trust to Maryland Center for Facial Plastic Surgery for their scar revision treatments.
Contact us today to schedule your personal consultation for scar revision in Baltimore!