You can expect to feel some discomfort after facial scar revision surgery. Some swelling, bruising and redness are generally unavoidable. It is important for you to follow Dr. Cervantes’ after care recommendations to the letter. Though the sutures will be removed within days after the surgery, your skin needs time to heal. Dr. Cervantes generally insist on decreased activity after surgery and instruct the patient to keep the head elevated when lying down, to use cold compresses to reduce swelling, and to avoid any activity that places undue stress on the area of the incision. Depending on the surgery performed and the site of the scar, Dr. Cervantes will explain the types of activities to avoid. No medication should be taken without first consulting Dr. Cervantes. it is important to remember that scar tissues require a year or more to fully heal and achieve maximum improved appearance.

If you would like to learn more about scar treatment procedures, or schedule your personal consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Juan Pablo Cervantes, please contact Plástica Tijuana Surgery at his office in Hospital Angeles Tijuana. We also welcome patients from the Los Angeles, San Diego, and Baja California areas.