Scar Revision

Overview
This term encompasses a number of procedures used to improve the appearance of scars.  Both surgical and non-surgical options exist.  Most commonly unsightly scars are excised and the wounds are closed meticulously under ideal conditions.

Anesthesia type:  General, IV sedation or local

Length of surgery:  1-3 hours

Risks:  Infection, bleeding, recurrence of poor scar, keloid or hypertrophic scarring, delayed wound healing

Average recovery time:  Return to work in 5-7 days; start to resume normal activity in 2-3 weeks; feeling back to normal in 4-6 weeks

Duration of effect:  >10 years

About Gallego Plastic Surgery

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Gallego Plastic Surgery has two offices conveniently located to serve you. Our Irvine Office is located in the city of Irvine and the serves the surrounding Orange County region. Our Corona Office is located in the city of Corona and the serves the surrounding Inland Empire and Riverside regions.

For more information, or to schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Gallego, please contact us.