George R. Valentini, MD

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bumps both side after scar revision surgery , how to manage?

I have scar revision surgery before 4 week... now there is bumps at the both end of scar.. goes when streching the scar.. scar is not also good .. How to manage??

Anonymous Patient

A new scar takes usually 8 months to a year to mature. Considering your ethnicity, you might be developing some hypertrophy of the scar. It may help to use some of the scar products on the market like Mederma or BioOil. It has shown to be effective in improving the appearance of scars.You should not consider any scar revision until 6 to 8 months.

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Q & A with Dr. George R. Valentini

Q: What got you into this specific medical field?

A: During my various rotations in Medical School, I enjoyed working with Plastic Surgeons, especially combining the craft of Surgery with the artistry of Aesthetics.

Q: What landed you in your city, and what is it that you like about the neighborhood?

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