The most basic requirement for all
surgery is good health. Other requirements are more
subtle and should be carefully considered in discussion
with Dr. Smith. Expectations of the surgery results
must be realistic. A person considering facial scar
revision must understand that there is no way to remove
scars completely. The goal is to improve the appearance
of the scar either by disguising it, relocating it
or minimizing its prominence. Skin color and type,
age and the type of scarring are all important factors
that must be part of the discussion prior to surgery.
Different types of scars respond
to different plastic surgery techniques. Timing of
surgery is another important choice.
