Scar Revision Surgery

Scar revision surgery drastically minimizes the visual appearance of a facial laceration scar. A facial laceration is a cut or tear in the soft tissue of your face or neck. Neck and facial scarring is often the result of severe acne, trauma, injury, or surgery like skin cancer resection. Scarring may also occur as a result of previous plastic surgery procedures such as facelift, rhinoplasty, necklift, or eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). Scars that occur as a result of injury or surgery often visibly remain after the wound has healed. Poor healing may result in unsightly and disfiguring scars. Even wounds that heal well often leave a noticeable trace.

Facial scarring may cause significant functional problems for patients when located closely to the lips, eyelids, ears, or nose. Repairing this damage requires a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with expertise like Dr. Jay Keni who will evaluate the damage of the facial laceration, its severity, and work with you to recommend the best course of action.

Who Is A Candidate For Scar Revision Surgery?

Healthy men, women, and children seeking to minimize a small or large scar on their face and/or neck may be excellent candidates for scar revision surgery. Younger patients may be candidates based on various factors, including medical history and emotional maturity. During a consultation, Dr. Keni will work with you to help determine the best course of action that will deliver the most appealing results.

What Is The Recovery Like From Scar Revision Surgery?

Scar revision may be performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on the patient’s preference and severity of the case. Dr. Keni only practices the most state-of-the-art techniques and a variety of treatment modalities to resolve any function or cosmetic impairment. Results may be almost invisible in appearance. More complicated deformities may require a series of separate treatments.

Scar revision surgery of the face and neck is accomplished in an outpatient setting. Most patients return home after only a few hours. Mild redness and discomfort are common for 1-2 weeks following surgery, depending on the severity of the case. Healing will continue over time as the new scar heals and fades in appearance. Additional skin care treatments, such as laser skin resurfacing or chemical peels may help improve cosmetic results. Dr. Jay Keni will discuss options with you and answer any questions about scar revision during your consultation.

Scar revision surgery of the face and neck is an art. Those patients considering scar revision surgery should carefully evaluate their surgeon’s credentials and training. Dr. Jay Keni is double Board certified in both Head and Neck Surgery (Otolaryngology) and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Keni is one of a few Chicago Plastic Surgeons with the expertise to offer patients the best cosmetic result while protecting proper function and movement of their face and neck.

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What happens in a consultation?

01. Get to know Dr. Keni and his team.

02. Help us understand your unique goals.

03. Receive a personalized procedure plan.

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