MONDAY MYTHS #2: Plastic Surgeons can remove all scars
July 19th, 2010
Myth #2: Plastic surgeons can remove all scars.
“Can you remove this scar?” Patients frequently ask this question and I wish that I could remove all scars, but it is simply not possible. Frequently, scars may be revised to be less visible.
Surgery by definition, involves an incision in the skin at the outset. Of course the last step is sewing the skin back together. Surgical procedures and skin trauma that requires stitches, is no different, the resulting scar is permanent, but usually becomes less apparent with time. Normal body physiology softens and lightens a scar, which often takes six months to a year.
Plastic surgeons design surgery to minimize noticeable scars. This is accomplished by using several strategies. Sometimes the position can be planned so that the scar is hidden. Other times, the direction, shape or orientation of the scar can be rearranged with z-plasty or w-plasty. Having an evaluation for possible scar revision is always an option.
Peggy’s Blog: Facelift Recovery Continues
June 29th, 2010
Would I have facelift surgery again if given the choice? I would have the surgery again, in a heartbeat. I also had Botox ® and Restalyne ® at the time of my surgery and I was happy with the results. I plan on continuing with both injections as needed. I opted for a natural facelift and I am happy with my rested, more youthful appearance now. I don’t look 30, but I look a whole lot better. I earned the title “Nana New Face” from my grandchildren. Recently the group I was working with at their school said, “You must be Chelsie’s Mom, you can’t be her Grandma!” I told them I was 65 and they were shocked, so I think Dr. Bashioum did a great job, with what he had to work with.
My friends and family have been very supportive. I told everyone I know, including my friends on facebook, that I was having the surgery. No point in hiding it and besides, I wanted all the sympathy I could get, ha. I recently saw a group of my friends who I had not seen for the past 2 weeks and upon seeing me they remarked, “Wow! You are looking great and we can see a huge change.†Right now I can even see a big change just from a week ago, as my recovery continues. My husband loves the change.
Share this journey of renewal with me and check back to read part 2 of my final thoughts about this experience.
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