Scar Revision

Scar revision involves the removal of the old scar with a multiple zig-zag pattern closure to provide the best possible results. This may leave an improved scar; however, it will take many weeks for the final result to show as the scar must flatten and lose the redness from surgery. The entire healing process will take a minimum of three months for the scar tissue to soften and mature into its mature form.

Scar revision surgery in Sydney is designed to make scars less visible by blending them with surrounding skin tone and texture. At Australia Plastic Surgery, our FRACS-certified surgeons use precise techniques to soften thick or raised scars and restore smoother, more natural skin.

How Scar Revision Surgery Is Performed

At Australia Plastic Surgery, each scar revision surgery begins with a detailed consultation to assess the scar’s type, size, and depth. Depending on your needs, our FRACS-certified plastic surgeons may use one or a combination of advanced techniques

Local anaesthesia is typically used for small scars, while general anaesthesia may be recommended for larger or deeper revisions. All procedures are performed in accredited Sydney facilities to ensure comfort and safety.

Following surgery, patients may experience mild redness or swelling that subsides over several days. Recovery usually takes one to two weeks, with full results becoming visible within three to six months as the skin heals and blends naturally.