Scars can sometimes be stretched, indented, raised, or positioned in a way that makes them more noticeable. Whether caused by injury, trauma, burns, acne, or previous surgery, a scar can affect both appearance and confidence.
Scar revision surgery aims to improve the appearance, texture, and position of a scar, helping it blend more naturally with the surrounding skin. While no scar can be removed completely, revision surgery can often create a flatter, finer, and less conspicuous result.
15 - 60 minutes
Local or General
Day Case
Avoid for 48 hours
Depends of size of revision
Next day
Next day
6 - 24 months
Scar revision may be suitable if you are bothered by a scar anywhere on your body, are in good physical health, have realistic expectations, and do not have active skin conditions in the treatment area. During your consultation, Mr Sawyer will assess your scar and discuss the most appropriate treatment options.
Scar revision can improve the appearance of several scar types, including:
Each scar requires an individualised treatment plan based on its size, location, and characteristics.
Most scars take between 6 and 12 months to mature. It is generally recommended to wait until the scar has fully settled before considering surgical revision. This allows the scar to soften naturally and helps achieve the best possible surgical outcome.
Initial healing usually takes 1–2 weeks. However, scars continue to mature over time. Most patients notice significant improvement within 3–6 months, while final results are typically seen between 12 and 18 months after surgery.
Recovery is usually straightforward. Most patients return to work and light daily activities within a few days. The exact recovery period depends on the size and location of the scar. You may be advised to avoid strenuous activity for several weeks to ensure optimal healing.
To support optimal healing, we recommend:
These measures help support smoother, flatter scar maturation over time.
From £1,000
Mr Sawyer was genuinely fantastic throughout. He was clearly highly experienced, very informative and made me feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire process. Couldn’t improve anything and the results are fantastic. Thank you for making the experience enjoyable! Have recommended to friends and will continue to do so.
Adam put me at ease straight away, I had a list of questions he answered in depth and explained the operation and any complications that may occur. He came and saw me after my operation in my recovery room and made sure I was ok. I had my 6 week review and everything is healing well and I am more than pleased with my results. I would highly recommend mr sawyer.
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