C-section Scar Revision
C-section Scar Revision (Revision of a prior C-section scar): A surgical scar is an unavoidable result of a C-section, and its development can be unpredictable. Poor healing c-sections may contribute to a scar that is visibly noticeable or unsightly. Even a wound that heals well can result in a scar that affects your appearance, self-esteem and in turn your ability to be comfortable in an intimate setting. Scars from c-sections may be raised, recessed, or may vary in color or texture from surrounding healthy skin causing them to be particularly noticeable.
Scar revision options for c-sections by Dr. Capuano in NJ, include use of topical agents including silicone, steroids, anti-inflammatory agents, retinol based skin care systems, Broad Band Light (BBL) therapy, full field or fractional erbium laser treatments and finally, surgical excision with advanced closure techniques.
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Is this C-Section Surgery Right for Me?
The best candidates for the revision of c-sections are healthy mothers, who are non-smokers and who are bothered by the appearance of their C-section scar. Scar revision of c-sections can be performed using an incision aimed at reducing excess or loose skin on the abdomen if you are not planning to have any more children at NCPS in NJ. Advanced wound closure techniques are used to reduce tension on your skin to minimize spreading of your scar. Scar revision for c-sections is ideal for mothers who have good skin quality, only a small amount of excess abdominal skin and no laxity of their underlying fascia. Surgery for c-sections does not improve laxity of your underlying fascia or separation of your vertical abdominal muscles (rectus muscles), which often occur during pregnancy. If you have laxity in your abdominal wall, your needs may be better served with a mini abdominoplasty or traditional abdominoplasty.
