Scar Revision

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Anyone who has an unwanted scar may consider scar revision. Some common reasons for scarring include:

• Acne.
• Burns, either from accidents or radiation therapy.
• Cesarean birth (C-section).
• Cleft lip repair surgery.
• Cosmetic or reconstructive surgery.
• Piercings.
• Skin infections.
• Traumatic injuries.

Some scars require layered closure. Layered closure is often used where excision extends to tissue below the skin surface or in areas with a high degree of movement. The first step, or layer, requires  sub-dermal closure (below the skin surface) with absorbable or non-removable sutures. Layers of closure continue to build, concluding  with closure of the remaining surface wound.

Advanced techniques  in scar revision include complex flap closures and W-plasty or Z-plasty  techniques. Flap closures may reposition a scar so that it is less  conspicuous or improve flexibility where contracture has restricted mobility.

• Pre-Surgical Care: You will recieve a full body assessment and a list of pre-operative precautionary measures – the actions you should take before surgery to ensure the best results.
• Day of Surgery: A thorough health assessment is conducted to ensure that it is safe proceed with surgery. A qualified nurse will prepare you, and the procedure will then commence. The team will ensure your well-being and comfort throughout.
• Post-Surgical Care: Once the procedure is completed, and you are ready to go home, you will receive some guidelines of how to look after your wound.
• Follow up: If required, you will be booked in for a follow up appointment for no extra cost.
• Personalised Aftercare: Feel free to contact the team in case you face any issues or have any concerns, you will have our full support.

 The initial healing phase of a surgical scar revision may include localized swelling, discoloration or discomfort and may take 1 to 2 weeks. Healing will continue for several weeks and as the new scar heals it will slowly refine and fade.  The final results of your scar revision surgery will be long-lasting,  however it may take several months for your final results to become  apparent and in some cases it may take a year for the new scar to fully  heal and fade.