Scar Correction Surgery

Scar Correction – At a Glance

Aspect	Details / What to Expect
Procedure	Scar Correction / Scar Revision
Anaesthesia	Local with sedation or general (based on scar type & location)
Duration	~30–90 minutes per area (varies)
Hospital Stay	Day clinic / outpatient
Return to Daily Activities	~3–7 days
Full Healing	~4–8 weeks
Scarring	Targeted, improved appearance with refined contour
Ideal For	Hypertrophic, keloid, wide, depressed or irregular scars

Scar Revision

What Is Scar Correction

Scar correction surgery is a personalised surgical or procedural approach to improve the appearance and function of scars resulting from:

The procedure can help:

Previous surgery
Trauma / injury
Burns
Acne or skin conditions
Stretch marks or widened scars
Keloids or hypertrophic scars

The goal of scar correction is to fine-tune the skin’s texture, contour, colour, and mobility, helping the scar blend more naturally with the surrounding skin while reducing visibility and, when necessary, restoring function.

Ocean Clinic Marbella tailors scar correction to each individual’s scar type, body area, and healing dynamics — using techniques that offer both cosmetic and functional improvement.

How Scar Correction Works

Consultation & Assessment
- Evaluate scar type (hypertrophic, keloid, atrophic, contracture, etc.)
- Assess scar colour, thickness, surrounding skin quality
- Discuss goals and realistic expectations
Surgical Revision Techniques

Depending on the scar characteristics:
- Excision & closure: Remove old scar tissue and close with refined technique
- Z-plasty / W-plasty: Reorient and redistribute tension lines for less noticeable scars
- Fat grafting: Adds soft tissue volume under depressed scars
- Local muscle/tissue rearrangement: For deeper contour scars
Adjunctive Procedures
- Steroid injections for keloid/hypertrophic control
- Laser resurfacing for texture and pigmentation
- Microneedling / RF (radiofrequency) for scar remodeling
- Skin grafting in select cases
Precision Closure

Meticulous, layered suturing and tension-reducing techniques are used to promote refined healing and minimise recurrence.

Patient testimony
“Despite quite some time passing, I never really got used to my scars. They are not gone completely, but they look different and are way better now.”
- James B.

Benefits of Scar Correction

An arm lift can provide:

Reduced visibility of scars (cosmetic improvement)
Improved texture and colour match with adjacent skin
Improved function when scar tightness limits movement
Smoother contour and reduced tethering
Improved confidence and quality of life

Scar revision is both a cosmetic and functional procedure — and in many cases, both aspects are addressed simultaneously.

Recovery & Aftercare

Typical Recovery Timeline

Days 1–3: Mild swelling and tenderness
Day 5–7: Return to daily activities (based on location)
2–4 weeks: Continued improvement in redness and texture
4–8+ weeks: Scar remodeling continues and gradually improves

Aftercare Tips

Keep wounds clean and dry initially
Follow surgeon’s guidance on scar massage and sun protection
Avoid strenuous activity if tension is on or near the treated area
Use silicone sheets/creams if recommended

Adhering to aftercare instructions supports optimal contour and healing.

Risks & Considerations

Like all surgical procedures, arm lift surgery carries potential risks:

✓ Temporary swelling and redness
✓ Mild discomfort or tightness
✓ Changes in sensation near scar
✓ Minor contour differences
✓ Recurrence of hypertrophic or keloid scars (rare with appropriate treatment)

Your surgeon will discuss personalised risk, expectations, and optimal technique during your consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs

Scar Correction Surgery

Scar correction can improve hypertrophic scars, keloids, wide scars, depressed scars, surgery scars, trauma scars, and scars causing functional limitations.

Most scars can be significantly improved but not completely erased. The goal is to make the scar less visible and better integrated with surrounding skin.

Discomfort is usually mild and manageable. Anaesthesia ensures comfort during the procedure and postoperative pain is typically controlled with standard medications.

Yes. In scar excision and revision, the original scar is removed and replaced with a refined closure — often smaller and less visible over time.

Initial improvement is noticeable within weeks, but final scar maturation continues over several months as texture and colour improve.

Yes. Laser, microneedling, RF, steroid injections, and topical therapies may complement surgical scar correction or be used alone for early, minor scars.