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Scar Revision & Removal in Beverly Hills

Scars may result from a number of different conditions or circumstances, including burns, acne, injuries, and skin conditions. While scars are formed through the body’s incredible natural healing process, many people feel self-conscious or unhappy with their appearance and would prefer to have them removed or their appearance minimized. Thankfully, there are a number of safe, effective procedures that can reduce the visibility of scar tissue or remove it altogether.

TREATMENT OVERVIEW

First, you will meet with Dr. Anita to share your concerns and discuss the results that you hope to achieve. This will be followed by a review of your medical history and a focused physical exam. Dr. Anita will then go over the risks and activity restrictions, and give you time to ask questions. Prior to the surgery, you will fill out consent forms.

Depending on the type and condition of the scar tissue being treated, the procedure may consist of laser resurfacing, radiofrequency resurfacing, PRP or PRFM applied topically or injected, cortisone injections, surgical scar revision, subcision, or a tailored combination of techniques.

Embrace Therapy for Scars

Embrace is a scar therapy consisting of silicone sheets that have a mechanism to decrease the tension on the wound (not the same as regular silicone sheets, which lack the tension reduction benefit).

Dr. Patel typically recommends starting the therapy two weeks after surgery, and applying weekly for eight weeks (The sheets last anywhere from five to nine days for most patients).

The thought behind this dressing is that by reducing tension on the wound, the incision is less likely to be hyperpigmented, raised, wide, et cetera. While it is considered optional (and not covered by insurance), Dr. Patel has noticed beneficial results in patients using Embrace.

LENGTH OF SURGERY

Varies from minutes to hours, depending on the treatment chosen and length/complexity of the scar

Anesthesia

ANESTHESIA

Local, Local with Sedation, or General

POST-OP ACTIVITY

Avoid strenuous activity or activity that places incisions on stretch.

RETURN TO WORK

Varies from same day to a few days

Please Note: These are general estimates that may or may not apply to you individually.

FINANCING AVAILABLE

Payments for nonsurgical treatments are made prior to or on the date of service, and payments for surgery are required to be paid in full 3 weeks prior to the surgical date.

We accept all major credit cards, debit cards, cash, and cashier checks. We also work with two third-party financing companies, Care Credit and Alphaeon Credit. You can find more information and apply for credit online using the links below.

STEP BY STEP PROCESS

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AT THE CLINIC

During your consultation, Dr. Anita will take time to learn more about your motivations and goals, understand your concerns, and discuss the treatment in detail. She will go through your medical history and perform a physical exam in order to determine the best plan to reach your goals, and make sure you are a good candidate.

THE SURGERY

If the scar revision requires surgery, the day of surgery, Dr. Anita will meet with you in the pre-operative area, review the planned procedure, and mark the surgical site. This is also a time you can go over any additional questions you may have prior to surgery. (If the scar can be improved with a nonsurgical method, the discussion and procedure would be done in the office.)

POST-SURGERY

After the procedure, you will be provided with postoperative care instructions, and instructions for follow-up. Dr. Anita will see you for the first followup visit at a time determined by the procedure or surgery performed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is scar tissue made of?

Scar tissue is fibrous tissue that results from the wound healing process that is kick-started by injury to the tissue, and is composed of collagen fibers that over time remodel. Surgical incisions also result in scars, because even though they are controlled, they are still an “injury” to your tissue.

What causes scars to turn dark?

The main reasons a scar turns dark are sun exposure during the healing phase, or simply one’s genetics in relation to wound healing.

Can scar tissue be removed?

Scar tissue can be removed, but keep in mind any new incision or injury creates new scar. Thus, the goal when removing scar tissue is doing so in a manner that would allow for an improved appearance of the newly resulting scar.

What is the best scar treatment?

The best scar treatment depends on where in the healing process the scar is at the time of treatment. For new scars, reducing tension and applying silicone are most beneficial, and massaging with oil can also be helpful. Once a scar has developed, treatments such as microneedling or laser or radiofrequency resurfacing, with or without PRP or PRFM, are options to lessen the visibility of the scar.

Is there surgery to get rid of scars?

Surgery can get rid of existing scars, with the goal of replacing them with less noticeable scars. There is no such thing as surgery without scars, but the scars may be so faint they are nearly imperceptible.

What is scar revision?

Scar revision is surgical removal of part or all of a scar, and often involves reducing tension on the site, and/or reorienting the resulting scar.

How do plastic surgeons remove scars?

Plastic surgeons remove scars by first analyzing what factors contributed to the current appearance of the scar, surgically excising the problematic areas of scar, and closing the incisions in a way to reduce scarring. Additionally, measures such as postoperative scar therapy and/or steroid injections or other modalities may be used to optimize wound healing.

How much does scar removal cost?

Scar removal cost varies depending on a number of factors, such as the length of the scar, location of the scar, and type of anesthesia required. To provide you with accurate pricing information, we invite you to book a complimentary Pre-Consult Phone Call with our Patient Care Coordinator by calling 310-205-0212. During that phone call, important information will be discussed and ballpark pricing will be provided.

Who in Beverly Hills is a Candidate?

Anyone who has a scar that can be improved in appearance. Scar revision in Beverly Hills specifically involves surgically removing an old scar, and replacing it with a scar that is less noticeable. There are also nonsurgical techniques to improve the appearance of a scar, such as fractional laser resurfacing, IPL to improve red/brown pigment from scars, Morpheus8 RF + Microneedling, to help color and texture, and more.

The most common reasons for scar revisions are to improve upon a scar that is raised or puffy (hypertrophic scar), discolored (pink/red/brown/purple), pulling on adjacent skin or underlying tissue, indented or depressed compared to adjacent tissue, widened in appearance, or located or oriented in a poor position.

Bad scars can be the result of trauma or surgery, so simply influenced by genetics after an otherwise minor issue. There are many reasons people form bad scars, and some of the causes can be controlled (how a wound is closed, what active measures are taken to optimize conditions), and some cannot be controlled (your genetics and how well you heal).

The good thing is there is often a way to make scars better, and there are also measures you can take to give your scar the best chance at healing well (products to decrease tension such as Embrace, sun protection, silicone gels, et cetera).

Who Should Avoid This Procedure?

If a scar resulted from otherwise favorable conditions (appropriate surgical closure, lack of tension on the wound, good postoperative care), it is possible the resulting bad scar is simply a function of genetics and you just make bad scars.

If this is suspected, a scar revision in Beverly Hills may not be indicated. Also, even if conditions were not favorable, if a surgery is not expected to improve upon the current appearance, it would not be recommended.

Your consultation Dr. Patel will outline what would be the expected outcome of a scar revision in your particular case, and let you know whether scar revision is advised or not.

Client Reviews

" Dear Dr. Patel, June, and Zuny. Thank you so much for your kindness and compassion with me during and after my accident. I feel as though you saved me from disfigurement and I am SO grateful... Thank you for making my accident easer to put in the past. All my best. "

E.J.

" The fabulous Dr. Anita Patel, thank you so much for my new boobies! I am so happy with the results and already feel so much more confident. You truly made me feel comfortable every step of the way. You are a master at what you do and I am so honored to have gotten work done by you! I adore you tons. xxxo "

S.R.

" Dr. Patel, thank you so much once again! You saved me at an all time low. "

G.D.

" Dr. Patel, I cannot thank you enough for what you have done for me! Your gentle kindness is greatly appreciated. I love the New Me and it is all because of you! Warm Regards. "

T.V.

" I would like to say that Dr. Patel and her medical and office staff are professional and courteous. From my initial consultation visit until the present which is post-surgery 3 months. They smile and look you in the eye. They make you feel comfortable enough to express your true desire for your appearance and they sincerely endeavor to give to you the closest possible result. Dr. Patel and her team took such good care of me. She anticipated my needs and was attentive to my wound care and pain maintenance. I am pleased with my tummy and thighplasty. I am looking forward to next year when I continue with a breast reduction and lift and upper arms. "

O.A.

" Dr. Patel and her staff are absolutely AMAZING!!! After having my lap-band in 2009, I was ready to get rid of my loose skin for good! I decided to have a tummy tuck and a thigh lift. =) I met with 5 different surgeons before I was referred to Dr. Anita Patel. She was finally the one!!!! Her assistant Jenny is just as amazing as she is!!! I was super nervous about having these two procedures done, but I had Dr. Patel and Jenny right there the whole way!!! They went above and beyond to meet all of my concerns. =) I had my surgeries 11 days ago and I am super happy with my results so far!!! I can't wait to see them when I am fully recovered! I will be having a breast lift/augmentation next! Everyone from the front desk to the operating room are just AMAZING!!!! "

V.J.

" Dr. Patel made me so comfortable. She is absolutely amazing and I would recommend her to everyone! "

D.B.

" I had my lap band surgery three years ago now I was ready for my tummy tuck. But from the horror stories I heard I kept putting it off. I went to see two other doctors and wasn't happy, until I met Dr. Patel and her amazing staff. The first day I met them I knew I wanted her to be the one to do my surgery for me. Everyone was fantastic from Dr. Patel's staff to the after care. "

M.M.

" Dr. Patel and her staff are the best professionals in town! "

A.S.

" Dr. Patel is a great Doctor. From the very first phone call with Jenny, Dr. Patel's Coordinator, I felt very comfortable. When I went for the 1st appointment in Newport Beach, I was very impressed with the professionalism of Dr. Patel and Jenny. They took time discussing the procedures and options and put my mind at ease. I had a Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift with Implants. The surgery day went great and I am so happy with the results. I would recommend her to my family and friends and will use her for any future cosmetic surgeries I may have. Thank you Dr. Patel!! "

C.C.

" Dr. Patel is absolutely amazing! I interviewed many surgeons and no one could touch her compassionate, genuine personality. Dr. Patel takes her time during the consultation, you are never rushed. She is very detailed when explaining the procedures, prep and recovery. She is real... not pretentious, no inflated ego and zero God complex. Dr. Patel cares about every person who takes the time to come to her clinic. Throughout my pre-op, surgery and post-op Dr. Patel's exceptional care was displayed without waiver. I would HIGHLY recommend anyone considering the services of a PS to contact her... it will be worth your time. Thank you Dr. Patel!!!!! "

A.V.

" You give so much of yourself in the kindness you show and the lives you touch. Wish that all the goodness you share comes back to you. Thank you for everything you have done for me. "

A.K.

" Words cannot express how thankful I am for you. You really have helped to change my life for the better, and gave me the body I knew was under there somewhere... making it all happen truly renews my faith that there are great people out there. You are an artist and I am so happy to have you in my life... "

M.V.

" Dr. Patel, Jenny, Nicole, and staff, I have enjoyed every moment with each of you and I thank you again for making the entire process of my surgery at Rox Surgery Center such a joy and success. You're all the best!!... "

V.W.

" You are an amazing surgeon I am so glad I found you. I am more than happy with the results. It is better than I could have ever imagined. Your staff Jenny and nurse Zarina were so caring and made me feel comfortable with the whole process... Thank you so much... "

K.S.

" There really isn't a way to explain what this surgery has meant to me. It is the final step of a really long and hard emotional journey... From the bottom of my heart thank you for making me look like I feel. Your talent is amazing!... "

C.L.

" I was extremely happy with everyone. The whole staff was helpful and very personable. Dr. Patel you are amazing!!... I would recommend you to anyone looking for a breast augmentation. Thank you!! Thank you!! Thank you!!... "

V.M.

" Thank you and your staff so much for making me feel so special and taking such good care of me. I can tell you love what you do... "

C.B.

I just wanted to thank you for taking such great care of me before, during, and after my surgery. It meant a lot to know I wasn't just another patient coming through. I'll actually miss seeing you once all is said and done!... "

N.H.

" I've wanted to do this my whole life. Thank you for being so kind and holding my hand through this experience. I am so grateful I found you... "

D.W.

" Thank you for taking the time to listen. I am so happy with my results! I wish I had done it sooner... "

S.P.

" Thank you so much for taking care of me. Your kindness is greatly appreciated... "

N.A.

" Words cannot express my gratitude for your expertise... I was in need of a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon and no where near Beverly Hills! It was nice of you to work at the hospital that day!! Thank you... "

L.G.



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