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Treating Scars of the Cheek Region
Kofi Derek Boahene1, James A Owusu2
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, 601 N Caroline Street, Baltimore, MD 48109, USA.
Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America
|November 28, 2016
Summary
Cheek scars can cause significant psychological distress. Targeted scar management using surgical and nonsurgical methods can improve appearance, with revision timing based on scar maturity and function.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Plastic Surgery
- Aesthetic Medicine
Background:
- Cheek scars significantly impact psychological well-being due to the cheek's prominence.
- Effective management of cheek scars is crucial for aesthetic and emotional recovery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline an approach for managing cheek scars.
- To emphasize the importance of individualized treatment strategies.
Main Methods:
- Combining surgical and nonsurgical modalities tailored to scar characteristics.
- Assessing scar maturation and functional distortion to determine optimal revision timing.
Main Results:
- A multimodal approach can significantly improve scar appearance.
- Timing scar revision based on scar maturation and function is key.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive scar management strategies are effective for cheek scars.
- Individualized treatment plans considering scar properties and patient factors yield optimal outcomes.
