{"id":845,"date":"2022-12-14T14:26:27","date_gmt":"2022-12-14T14:26:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drdadvandplasticsurgery.com\/blog\/?p=845"},"modified":"2023-10-20T17:04:17","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T17:04:17","slug":"gynecomastia-scar-tissue-management-post-op","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drdadvandplasticsurgery.com\/blog\/gynecomastia-scar-tissue-management-post-op\/","title":{"rendered":"Gynecomastia Scar Tissue Management Post-Op"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>The formation of scar tissue post-gynecomastia surgery is one of the rare potential side effects of the procedure. Scar tissue is basically the build-up of collagen as the body\u2019s natural healing process kicks in. Fortunately, this can be managed in three ways!<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2>Post-Gynecomastia Surgery Scar Tissue Treatment<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>I can marvel at the body\u2019s natural healing ability, such as the stimulation of collagen production. Unfortunately, sometimes too much collagen can result in scar tissue after <a href=\"\/procedures\/breast\/gynecomastia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">gynecomastia surgery<\/a>. This is why it\u2019s important to follow through on all your post-op doctor appointments, since this scar tissue formation is one of the things that we monitor during the healing and recovery journey.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Should you develop gynecomastia surgery scar tissue, the following can help:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<ol class=\"page-ol\">\r\n<li><strong>Pressure Massage Therapy<\/strong>\r\nMy massage technique helps break down the collagen build-up and reduces the appearance of scar tissue after gynecomastia surgery.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Kenalog Injection<\/strong>\r\nIf massage therapy doesn\u2019t deliver desired results, then an anti-inflammatory steroid, Kenalog, is injected directly into the scar tissue. Usually, one treatment is sufficient to reduce the appearance of the scar, though some patients may require a second treatment.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Surgical Removal<\/strong>\r\nIn very rare cases, it may be necessary for surgical excision of the scar tissue. In these cases, a follow-up is imperative to monitor healing and ensure that no scar tissue develops at a later stage.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n<h2>Let\u2019s Connect if You Have any Gynecomastia Scar Tissue Concerns<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>Male breast reduction surgery is a life-changing procedure and should boost your self-confidence. If you have any concerns or questions about scar tissue or the procedure itself, then let\u2019s connect! I\u2019m Dr. Babak Dadvand, a double board-certified plastic surgeon. Contact my gynecomastia surgery Beverly Hills office at <a href=\"tel:310.278.4200\">(310) 278-4200<\/a> to <a href=\"\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">schedule an appointment<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GlI67R8m1fA\" class=\"yt-video\"><\/iframe>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The formation of scar tissue post-gynecomastia surgery is one of the rare potential side effects of the procedure. Scar tissue is basically the build-up of collagen as the body\u2019s natural healing process kicks in. Fortunately, this can be managed in three ways! Post-Gynecomastia Surgery Scar Tissue Treatment I can marvel at the body\u2019s natural healing ability, such as the stimulation of collagen production. 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