Reducing Scars After Gynecomastia Surgery
Introduction:
Scarring is a natural part of the healing process after any surgery, but there are ways to minimize the
appearance of scars following gynecomastia surgery. This post will discuss the best practices and techniques
for scar minimization, helping you achieve the most aesthetically pleasing results.
Surgical Techniques to Minimize Scarring:
- Small Incisions:I use the smallest incisions possible, often hidden in natural creases of
the chest or around the areola, to minimize visible scarring.
- Refined Surgical Technique: With careful planning of your incisions and precise multi-
layer suturing, I can reduce the tension on the skin which helps prevent wide or raised scars.
Post-Surgery Care:
- Follow Post-Operative Instructions:Adhering to your post-operative care instructions is
crucial for proper healing and scar minimization. This will be discussed in more detail during your
consultation.
- Wear Compression Garments: Wearing a compression garment as directed can help reduce
swelling, support healing tissues, and discourage abnormal scar formation.
Scar Treatments and Therapies:
- Silicone Sheets and Gels: Silicone sheets and gels are widely recommended for scar
treatment. They work by hydrating the scar tissue, reducing redness, and flattening raised scars over time.
- Massage Therapy: Gently massaging the scarred area can improve blood flow and break down
dense scar tissue, leading to a flatter and softer scar.
- Topical Treatments: Certain topical treatments, such as those containing onion extract,
vitamin E, or retinoids, can help reduce the appearance of scars.
- Steroid Injections: For scars that are slightly thicker than average (“hypertrophic
scars”), a steroid can be injected directly into the scar tissue to help soften it.
Advanced Scar Reduction Techniques:
- Laser Therapy, Microneedling, Nanofat Grafting: In very rare cases where severe
hypertrophic scars develop, these modalities can be used to improve the appearance.
- Scar Revision: Sometimes the simplest and most effective way to treat abnormal scarring
is to excise it (cut it out) and re-close the skin.
Conclusion:
For most men, gynecomastia surgery results in a small scar along the bottom half of the areola that is
naturally camouflaged and minimally visible with basic post-operative scar.
