Scar Revision Treatment

Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Center of El Paso – Scar Revision Treatment

A scar can shape how you see yourself every time you look in the mirror, whether it came from a childhood injury, a past surgery or an acne breakout that took longer than expected to heal. While no treatment can erase a scar, the right combination of surgical and non-surgical techniques can make it considerably less noticeable and much easier to live with.

At Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Center of El Paso, Dr. Mark A. Jabor, Dr. R. Dale Reynolds and Dr. Jaime Aburto evaluate every scar in person before recommending a treatment plan, because a keloid on the shoulder calls for a different approach than a thin post-surgical line on the abdomen. If you’re dealing with a post-surgical, post-traumatic, keloid or acne scar, our surgeons will walk you through your options and help you decide what’s realistic for your skin.

What Is Scar Revision Treatment?

Scar revision is a term that covers a range of surgical and non-surgical techniques used to change the size, texture, color or position of a scar so it blends more naturally into the surrounding skin. No procedure can completely erase a scar, but the right combination of treatments can make a scar considerably less noticeable.

Scarring is more common than most patients realize: nearly half of adults surveyed internationally report at least one scar from the past year, most often on the abdomen or face. Understanding what scar revision can and can’t do is the first step toward deciding whether a surgical, non-surgical or combined approach is right for you.

Types of Scars We Treat

For our clients in El Paso, scar revision treatment has been an option for a variety of scars, including: 

Post-Surgical Scars

Scars left behind from a previous surgery, whether performed at our practice or elsewhere, can sometimes be refined to lie flatter and fade faster.

Post-Traumatic Scars

Scars from cuts, burns, falls or other injuries often heal unevenly. Scar revision can smooth the surface and reduce the size of the affected area.

Keloid Scars

Keloids form when scar tissue grows beyond the boundary of the original wound. Because keloids tend to recur, our surgeons often combine surgical removal with steroid injections or pressure therapy to reduce the chance the keloid returns.

Acne Scars

Ice pick, boxcar and rolling acne scars respond well to a mix of resurfacing treatments and, in more severe cases, subcision or filler to raise depressed areas of skin.

Surgical Scar Revision vs. Non-Surgical Options

Not every scar calls for surgery. Depending on the scar’s age, depth and location, your surgeon may recommend a non-surgical approach, a surgical approach or a combination of both.

Non-Surgical Scar Revision

Non-surgical scar revision uses topical treatments, steroid injections, dermal fillers or laser treatments to soften a scar’s color and texture without an incision. This route tends to work best for newer scars or for flat, discolored scars.

Surgical Scar Revision

Surgical scar revision removes the existing scar tissue and closes the wound with a refined suturing technique designed to leave a thinner, flatter line. Your surgeon may recommend this for wide, raised or heavily textured scars, including those left behind after breast reconstruction or a tummy tuck. In some cases, surgical scar revision also repositions a scar so it falls along your body’s natural creases, where it draws far less attention.

What to Expect During Surgical Scar Revision

Upon evaluation, one of our physicians will make recommendations for the most appropriate treatment. Surgical scar revision is usually performed as an outpatient procedure under local or general anesthesia, depending on the scar’s size and location. Your surgeon removes the existing scar tissue, closes the incision using a meticulous suturing technique, and, when needed, reorients the scar to follow a natural skin crease. Most patients go home the same day with instructions for wound care, activity restrictions and follow-up visits.

Scar Revision Healing Stages

Scar revision, like any surgical procedure, requires time and patience before the final result is visible. Understanding the healing timeline helps set realistic expectations from the start.

Initial Healing (Weeks 1-2)

Swelling, redness and mild tenderness around the incision are normal in the first two weeks. Sutures are typically removed or dissolve during this window, and patients follow a strict wound care routine to protect the new scar as it closes.

Scar Maturation (Months 1-6)

Over the following months, the new scar gradually fades from pink or red to a color closer to the surrounding skin. This is the stage where silicone sheeting, scar creams or additional laser sessions may be introduced to support fading and flattening.

Final Results (6-12 Months)

Most scars reach their final appearance between six months and a year after treatment. Some thicker or keloid-prone scars can take longer to settle fully, which is why our surgeons schedule follow-up visits throughout the healing process.

How Much Does Scar Revision Cost?

Scar revision cost depends on your scar’s size, location and whether your treatment plan is surgical, non-surgical or a combination of both. A brief non-surgical session costs considerably less than a surgical revision that requires anesthesia and an operating room. Because pricing depends so heavily on the individual scar, we provide a personalized quote during your consultation rather than a flat rate, and consultation fees go toward the cost of your procedure if you schedule within 30 days.

Is Scar Revision Right For You?

During your consultation, our surgeons will evaluate:

• The scar’s size, depth and age
• Your skin type and healing tendencies
• Whether the scar is flat, raised or indented
• Your medical history, including any history of keloid formation
• Your goals for the treated area

Scar revision cannot make a scar disappear completely, and our surgeons will always give you a realistic picture of what to expect before recommending a treatment plan.

Why Choose Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Center of El Paso For Scar Revision?

Scar revision is a nuanced procedure, and the outcome depends heavily on the surgeon’s experience with your specific type of scar. Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Center of El Paso offers three board-certified plastic surgeons, each bringing a different area of focus to scar revision consultations. 

Dr. Mark A. Jabor is dual board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. 

Dr. R. Dale Reynolds is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. 

Dr. Jaime Aburto is a board-certified, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon known for his patient-first approach to treatment planning.

Every new consult is seen by the surgeon from start to finish, so you’re working directly with the physician who will plan and perform your treatment, not a coordinator or consultant. The practice also offers two El Paso locations for convenience, financing through Cherry, CareCredit, Alphaeon Credit and Prosper, and a full range of surgical and non-surgical options under one roof, so if your scar calls for a combined approach, you won’t need to be referred elsewhere.

Schedule Your Scar Revision Consultation in El Paso, TX

Dr. Jabor, Dr. Reynolds and Dr. Aburto are El Paso’s leading plastic and cosmetic surgeons, and can work to reduce or eliminate the appearance of scars caused naturally, and accidentally. Many clients seek scar revision to correct scarring resulting from piercings, acne, wounds, injuries, or genetic keloid scars.

The type of procedure and level of care varies greatly between clients seeking scar revision treatment, and we encourage you to schedule a personalized consultation at our office to speak with one of our doctors about the best treatment plan for your needs.

Our doctors understand that scars can be an emotionally and medically complex issue for our patients, and we work with you during a consultation to map out a scar revision treatment plan that is right for you. 

Contact Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Center of El Paso today to schedule your consultation. If you are ready to talk about your options, contact us online to schedule a consultation. You can also call our Westside office at (915) 543-5600 or our Eastside office at (915) 855-7800.