Scar revision in Vienna

Scar revision by Dr. Handl & team in Vienna

Scarring is a natural process that differs from person to person. While some people hardly scar at all, others struggle with bothersome scars. Scars caused by accidents or caesarean sections in particular can be felt to be aesthetically disturbing and can affect self-confidence.

Fortunately, aesthetic surgery today offers various ways of minimising or improving scars. Dr. Handl is an experienced specialist in this field and specialises in making scars particularly inconspicuous.

The choice of the optimal surgical technique depends on various factors, such as the type, size and location of the scar. It is particularly important to distinguish between hypertrophic and keloid scars. While hypertrophic scars usually develop shortly after wound healing and remain limited to the affected area, keloid scars extend beyond it onto undamaged skin.

In a personal consultation, Dr. Handl takes enough time to discuss the individual correction options with you. He responds to your personal wishes and needs and explains the advantages and disadvantages of the various methods.

Scar revision is generally a short and relatively low-risk procedure performed as an outpatient under local anaesthesia. This means you can go home the same day. Over the following two weeks, check-ups take place to monitor healing and remove the stitches.

To achieve an optimal result, it is important to protect the new scar from sunlight and tension. You should therefore avoid heat and physical exertion, as well as any kind of sport that could put tension on the scar, for about four weeks. Adequate scar care can also help the scar heal as inconspicuously as possible.

Overall, scar revisions are an effective way of minimising or removing bothersome scars. With the support of an experienced surgeon such as Dr. Handl, you can regain self-confidence and feel more comfortable in your body.

Scars can develop in different ways and therefore also look different. They can result from injuries, operations, burns or skin diseases and, in some people, lead to aesthetic impairments and restrictions in everyday life. Fortunately, there are many treatment options today for improving or minimising scars.

One of the most common and simplest ways of reducing the visibility of scars is to use special creams or gels applied to the scar. These products can help improve the appearance of the scar and make it softer and flatter. Some creams or gels also contain active ingredients such as vitamin E or silicone that help the scar heal.

Another way of treating scars is to use special patches applied to the scar. These patches help to smooth and soften the scar tissue, making the scar less visible. The patches need to be worn over a longer period and changed at regular intervals.

For deeper, more pronounced scars, injections of steroids or other medication can be helpful. The injection softens the scar tissue and can reduce the visibility of the scar. However, this treatment method is not suitable for all types of scars and should only be carried out by a specialist.

Another way of improving scars is laser treatment, in which a special laser is used to remove or reduce scar tissue. The treatment is relatively painless and requires no anaesthesia, but several sessions may be needed to achieve the desired result.

Finally, there is also the option of surgical scar revision, in which the scar is completely removed and the wound is stitched again. This method is usually only advisable for large, pronounced scars and should only be performed by an experienced surgeon.

Which treatment method is most suitable depends on various factors, such as the type, size and location of the scar and individual healing. In every case, it is important to be advised by a specialist in order to find the best possible treatment option.