{"id":2228,"date":"2017-05-17T05:57:19","date_gmt":"2017-05-17T05:57:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bellissimoplasticsurgery.com\/?page_id=2228"},"modified":"2019-03-01T20:07:08","modified_gmt":"2019-03-01T20:07:08","slug":"scar-revision-body","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/devsparq.com\/bellissimo\/procedures\/body\/scar-revision-body\/","title":{"rendered":"Scar Revision (Body)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Scar Revision (Body) | Pittsburgh, PA<\/h1>\n<div class=\"hentry\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plasticsurgery.org\/reconstructive-procedures\/scar-revision\"><b>scar revision<\/b><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0is done to improve the contour and aesthetic appearance of a scar. Although a scar cannot be erased or completely removed, the quality of the scar can many times be improved. Scars that are thick, wide and\/or raised can sometimes be converted to a soft, fine white line scar. The current scar is completely removed surgically and the resulting incision is closed to result in a better-quality scar.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How do I Prepare for a Scar Revision<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In your initial consultation with Dr. Antimarino, make sure to discuss your expectations for the procedure. \u00a0This is the time to discuss your concerns and your goals as he will design a surgical plan specifically for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may want to come in with a list of questions that you want answered before the procedure. This will eliminate any confusion, and will provide you with the most comfortable experience at Bellissimo Plastic Surgery &amp; Medi Spa.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The use of Aspirin, Ibuprofen, or other supplements that may increase bruising should be stopped two weeks prior to surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, you will also want to read through our patient resources, such as our note of privacy policies and <a href=\"https:\/\/bellissimoplasticsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/SurgeonChecklist.pdf\">surgeon checklist,<\/a> to better educate yourself about the entire surgical process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Surgery<\/h2>\n<p>This simple procedure can be done under local anesthesia or sedation, depending upon the patient\u2019s preference and is done as an outpatient procedure in an accredited outpatient surgical facility.<\/p>\n<h2>After Surgery<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients are discharged with a light dressing and may shower within 24 hours. Most patients can return to work the following day.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a more detailed discussion and to answer all your surgical questions call (844) 496-6647 or <a href=\"https:\/\/devsparq.com\/bellissimo\/contact-us\/\">schedule a consultation online<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Scar Revision (Body) | Pittsburgh, PA A scar revision\u00a0is done to improve the contour and aesthetic appearance of a scar. Although a scar cannot be erased or completely removed, the quality of the scar can many times be improved. 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