Scar Revision Chevy Chase

Any deep insult to the skin may result in a permanent and unsightly scar. Keloids, hypertrophics, and burn scars are special types of scars that may need attention. Plastic surgeons offer many new techniques, both surgical and non-surgical, that offer improvement for these unsightly scars.

The non-surgical techniques include application of topical treatments, silicone gels, and in-office injection of steroids. These treatments need to continue for a period of a few months before changes in the scar appearance are noticed.

Surgical techniques for scar correction include the release of scar bands produced from burns, excision of scars with plastic surgery closure, and dermabrasion. These techniques are performed with the addition of local anesthesia or sedation in the hospital. The improved results are seen almost instantly, as the recovery is usually only one to three weeks.

Learn more about Scar Revision from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons at www.plasticsurgery.org.

Please contact our plastic and reconstructive surgery practice for more information.