Scar Revision Surgery

IN LONDON, BERKSHIRE, AND SURREY

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Improve the appearance of scars and restore confidence with expert scar revision treatment by Mr Kuen Yeow Chin, Consultant Plastic Surgeon.

Excess Skin Removal:

at a Glance

Surgical Time:

30 minutes- 1.5 hours

Time off Work:

1–5 weeks

Time in Hospital:

Outpatient/day case

Aftercare

Included

Visible Scarring:

Improved

Return to Light Exercise

1–2 weeks

Final Results:

3-6 months

Scar revision surgery is a procedure to visibly improve the appearance, texture, and comfort of scars caused by previous injury, surgery, acne, or burns. While no treatment can erase a scar completely, surgical or non-surgical revision can significantly reduce its prominence and blend it more naturally into the surrounding skin.

Patients often seek scar treatment for:

  • Keloid scars or hypertrophic scars

  • Facial scars or visible trauma-related scarring

  • Lip or nose scars

  • Burn scars or skin graft scars

  • Raised, red, thickened or indented scars

Mr Kuen Yeow Chin offers a full range of scar revision options in London, Berkshire, and Surrey, tailored to each patient’s skin type, scar type, and healing history.

What Is Scar Revision Surgery?

Woman with her stomach out touching both hands to a scar at the bottom of her stomach

What Are the Benefits?

Refines scar texture, thickness, and colour

Flattens raised or thickened scar tissue

Reduces tension or tightness from restrictive scars

Restores symmetry to facial features or delicate areas

Targets keloid, burn, or surgical scars

Boosts confidence, particularly in visible areas

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Birds eye view of a womans lower head and chest with her fingers ouching a scar at the base of her neck

How Much Does Skin Removal Surgery Cost?

Scar revision pricing depends on:

  • The size, location, and type of scar

  • Whether treatment is surgical or non-surgical

  • Number of sessions required (for injectables or laser)

Typical options include:

  • Surgical scar revision (excision and re-closure)

  • Keloid scar excision with steroid injection

  • Steroid injections alone for small hypertrophic scars

  • Silicone therapy, scar taping, or massage guidance

  • Laser therapy (delivered via referral or combined care)

A personalised quote is given after consultation with Mr Chin.

Your Consultation: What to Expect

Scar Analysis

Shape, texture, pigmentation, and tension

&

Outcome Planning

Expected improvement, healing time, and scar care

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Type Identification

Keloid, hypertrophic, atrophic, acne, or traumatic

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Treatment Options

Surgical excision, injectable therapy, or combined approach

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Scar Revision Techniques

Treatment is highly individualised. Common approaches include:

Surgical Scar Revision

  • Removes the old scar and repositions skin with finer closure

  • Ideal for wide, raised, or unsightly scars

  • Often combined with silicone dressing or taping post-op

Keloid / Hypertrophic Scar Treatment

  • May involve scar excision and steroid injections

  • Injections can also be used on their own for smaller keloids

  • Topical silicone gels or pressure therapy may be advised

Lip / Facial Scar Refinement

  • Requires delicate handling for colour match and contour

  • Often combined with dermabrasion or fat transfer in complex cases

Burn or Skin Graft Scars

  • Treated with scar release, excision, or Z-plasty (to improve mobility and appearance)

  • Follow-up care includes massage, taping, and scar softening techniques

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Breast Uplift Recovery
Week-by-Week

Week 1

Swelling or redness expected

Dressings applied

Light daily activity can resume quickly

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Week 2–3

Stitches (if used) removed or dissolve

Scar taping or silicone started

Early results begin to show

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Week 4–6

Return to full activity

Scar begins to soften and lighten

Ongoing massage or care continues

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3–12 Months

Final texture and tone improvement

Scar matures fully

You may choose a second-stage revision or additional non-surgical therapy if needed

Risks & Safety Information

Excess skin removal is generally safe, but like all surgeries, carries some risks.

    • Redness or mild discomfort

    • Bruising or swelling

    • Temporary itching


    • Recurrence of thickened scar (especially in keloid-prone patients)

    • Hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation

    • Uneven scar line or asymmetry

    • Need for further refinement

    • CQC-registered private hospitals and clinics

    • Consultant-led care with experience in all scar types

    • Full aftercare including dressing review, taping, and topical guidance

    • Ongoing support throughout your healing

  • No, but they can be significantly improved in appearance, feel, and shape. Most become far less noticeable after treatment.

  • Options include steroid injections, surgical removal with adjunct therapy, or long-term silicone care. Mr Chin will guide you based on your skin type and keloid history.

  • Most treatments are done under local anaesthetic. Discomfort is minimal and temporary.

  • Yes, Mr Chin routinely performs scar correction on the face, lips, and other visible areas with precise techniques and discreet scarring.

  • Most scars need time to settle before formal revision. However, early care with massage or silicone may begin within weeks. A consultation will determine timing.

  • Yes, in many cases, it improves function and aesthetics. Scar release, realignment (Z-plasty), or soft tissue rearrangement may be recommended.

Skin Removal Surgery FAQs

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If you’re affected by a noticeable or uncomfortable scar, scar revision surgery with Mr Kuen Yeow Chin can help restore skin appearance, comfort, and confidence.

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