Scars are visible signs left behind on skin after a wound has healed. They occur as a result of surgery or trauma, and their development can be quite unpredictable. Poor healing may make scars even more visible and unsightly.

Scar revision attempts to minimise the appearance of a scar so that it blends in with the surrounding skin. The degree to which the scar can be improved will depend on the type of scar, its size and location, and the severity of the scar. In some cases, a single technique may provide significant improvement. However, for more complex cases, we may recommend a combination of scar revision techniques to achieve the best results.

Dr Najjaar specialises in treating the following scars:

Scar Contracture

Scar contracture may develop as a result of a burn wound. These types of scars tighten skin and may impair your mobility. Where conservative measures have failed, then surgical treatment offered would generally consists of either skin grafts, skin flaps, or tissue expansion.

Keloids

A keloid scar is characterised by thick, rounded, and irregular clusters of scar tissue that grow on a wound, and beyond the edges of the borders of the wound. They may appear red or darker in colour as compared to the surrounding skin. Treatment options vary according to each patient. It may involve a multi-modal approach using both non-surgical as well as surgical treatment options.

Hypertrophic scars

Hypertrophic scars are quite similar to keloids, but their growth is confined within the boundaries of the original wound. Just like keloids, these scars may also appear red and they are usually elevated and thick. Hypertrophic scars generally start to develop within weeks after the injury to the skin. These scars may be treated with steroids or plastic surgery.

C-section scars

Most times, C-section scars heal properly. But sometimes your body’s healing process goes into overdrive, which can lead to problems with scarring — especially if you’re younger (under 30) and have darker skin. Scar revision is used to help minimise the appearance of c-section scars. At times, a tummy tuck is done at the same time as c-section scar revision.