You can expect to feel some discomfort
after facial scar revision surgery. Some swelling,
bruising and redness are generally unavoidable. It
is important for you to follow Dr. Smith’s aftercare
recommendations to the letter. Though the sutures will
be removed within days after the surgery, your skin
needs time to heal. Dr. Smith will generally insist
on decreased activity after surgery and instruct you
to keep your head elevated when lying down, use cold
compresses to reduce swelling and avoid any activity
that places undue stress on the area of the incision.
Depending on the surgery performed and the location
of the scar, Dr. Smith will explain the types of activities
to avoid. No medication should be taken without first
consulting Dr. Smith. It is important to remember that
scar tissues require a year or more to fully heal and
achieve maximum improved appearance.
Facial plastic surgery makes it possible
to correct facial flaws that can undermine self confidence.
Changing how your scar looks may help change how you
feel about yourself.
Insurance does not generally cover
surgery that is purely for cosmetic reasons. Surgery
to correct or improve scars caused by injury may be
reimbursable in whole or in part. It is the patient’s
responsibility to check with his/her insurance carrier
for information regarding coverage.
WHAT
TO EXPECT AFTER THE SURGERY