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Surgical scars form as part of the body’s natural healing process following a surgical incision. Their appearance and texture can vary widely depending on factors such as incision size, depth, healing response, and post-operative care. While some scars fade over time, others may remain raised, tethered, or discolored, sometimes leading to discomfort or functional concerns.
Surgical Scars
comprehensive scar management
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A warm welcome to Scarless - The Clinic.
How they look and feel
Surgical scars present differently depending on the individual and the procedure performed. They may appear:
+ Raised (hypertrophic):
Thickened or elevated above the skin surface
+ Red or pink (vascular component):
Particularly in early healing stages, though some redness may persist
+ Indented (atrophic):
Sunken or depressed due to tissue loss
+ Discolored (pigmentation changes):
Either darker (hyperpigmented) or lighter (hypopigmented) than surrounding skin
+ Tethered to deeper structures:
Causing a pulling sensation or restricted movement
+ Itchy, sensitive, or painful:
Some scars may cause neuropathic symptoms such as pins and needles, burning, or shooting pain
Before / after
*All medical procedures carry inherent risks and potential complications. A thorough consultation and clinical assessment are required to determine suitability for treatment. Individual outcomes may vary.
Our Treatment Approach
Surgical scar management requires a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach, tailored to each patient’s unique presentation. Scar management counseling provides guidance on evidence-based treatment options, including conservative therapies, individualised scar care strategies, and access to medical-grade silicone and other scar-related medical products available in our clinic. Pressure therapy and occupational therapy interventions may also be incorporated to support scar remodeling and improve function.
A multimodal treatment strategy is often required to address both aesthetic and functional concerns. Depending on the scar’s characteristics, management may involve deep tissue scar release, laser and energy-based treatments (including non-ablative, ablative, fractional, and non-fractional modalities), and laser-assisted drug delivery to enhance therapeutic outcomes. Intralesional therapies, including neuromodulators, biomodulating agents, corticosteroids, and other injectable medications, can be utilised to improve scar texture, pliability, and symptoms such as pain or hypersensitivity. In some cases surgical scar revision may be indicated to refine contour, restore mobility, or alleviate tension in restrictive scars.
Empowering scar recovery
Each treatment plan is developed with careful consideration of scar type, tissue characteristics, patient history, and overall healing response, ensuring a targeted and effective approach to surgical scar management.
*All procedures carry risks, and individual responses to treatment can vary. While we use evidence-based techniques to significantly improve the appearance and texture of scars, it is important to understand that some degree of scarring will always remain, and complete scar removal is not possible.
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