Your assessment is consultant-led, by experts in the treatment of Burns and scarring. We’ll examine the scar, discuss your goals, and explain what improvement is realistic. If non-surgical options are likely to help, we’ll tell you. If revision is appropriate, we’ll outline the technique, recovery and aftercare clearly.
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Scar revision may involve excision and re-closure, local flap techniques, or scar re-orientation depending on the scar’s direction and surrounding tissue. In some cases, scar management treatments (e.g., laser or injectables) are recommended in combination with, or instead of surgery.
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Many scar revisions are performed under local anaesthetic as a day case. You’ll receive aftercare instructions, dressing advice and a follow-up plan.
Scar revision aims to make a scar less noticeable, not invisible. Improvement becomes clearer over time as the scar matures, typically over several months.
Yes. All surgical procedures involve some scarring. Our goal is to position scars in the least noticeable places and use careful closure techniques to support good healing. We’ll explain what scar maturation typically looks like, how long it takes, and what you can do (such as sun protection and appropriate scar care) to optimise the final appearance.
Scar revision is performed under local anaesthetic, avoiding general anaesthetic, and usually takes about 30–60 minutes. Afterwards it’s normal to feel mild soreness and tightness around the wound for a few days – this is well controlled with simple pain relief, and discomfort settles as healing progresses.
Recovery depends on the size and location of the scar. You’ll usually have a dressing and may need to modify activity while the wound settles, with downtime ranging from none to around 2 weeks. The revised scar heals over about 6 weeks and continues to improve over the following months. We’ll advise on scar care – silicone, massage and sun protection – to optimise the long-term result.
Time off work ranges from none to around 2 weeks, depending on the scar’s size and location and how physical your job is. Driving is usually possible within 0–2 weeks, once you are in full control of the car – able to wear a seatbelt and steer without discomfort, and comfortably perform an emergency stop. Exercise and heavier activity are usually avoided for around 2–3 weeks while the wound settles.
All surgical procedures carry risks. Common risks include bleeding, infection, scarring, wound healing issues, and the possibility of needing additional treatment or refinement. Some procedures have specific risks related to the area treated. We’ll talk you through the risks and how we minimise them, and you’ll have time to ask questions before deciding.
The first step is a consultation. We’ll assess your concern, discuss what’s realistic, explain your options (including non-surgical alternatives where appropriate), and outline recovery and pricing clearly.
Scar revision replaces a scar with a new, more favourable scar. The aim is improved blending with surrounding skin and a better contour, not complete removal. We’ll explain what improvement is realistic for your scar.
Suitability depends on scar type, direction, maturity, and symptoms such as tightness. Sometimes silicone, massage, injections or laser can help more than surgery. We’ll recommend the right option for your scar.
Scars typically mature over months. In many cases we recommend waiting until the scar has settled. If a scar is tethered, tight or functionally limiting, earlier intervention may be considered — we’ll advise based on your situation. Laser treatment can have great results if instituted early, from around 6 weeks.
Revision involves creating a new closure. The goal is improved shape and placement, and guidance on scar care to help it mature well. If non-surgical treatments are used, it is usually possible to avoid new scars.
Initial healing happens over weeks, but scar maturation can take months. We’ll advise on scar care and realistic timelines for seeing the best version of your result.
Some scars tether to underlying tissue or cause tightness. If the anatomy supports it, revision or other treatments may improve comfort and movement. We’ll discuss what’s realistic for your scar.