Scar Revision Surgeon in Chicago – Naperville Plastic Surgeon John Bull, MD, FACS

Scar revision surgery is used to improve or conceal scar tissue in an attempt to restore normal appearance so that the scar is more consistent with the surrounding skin tone and texture. Dr. John Bull is highly adept at performing a range of scar revision surgery techniques that have helped many of his Chicago / Naperville plastic surgery patients reduce the unsightly appearance of scars

Scar revision surgery can be used to improve or conceal:

Acne scars
Burn scars
Hypertrophic scars
Facial scars
Scars caused by injury or previous surgery

While scar revision surgery cannot completely eliminate a scar, Dr. Bull can dramatically improve the appearance of a scar by concealing it through a number of advanced scar revision treatments.

Scar Revision Surgery Treatment in Naperville / Chicago

Dr. Bull understands that every person heals differently and that the effects of a scar are always unique. This is why he uses his advanced surgical skills, expert medical knowledge and aesthetic talents to develop a customized treatment plan for each Chicago scar revision surgery patient. Depending on each patient's unique situation, candidacy and type of scar, Dr. Bull may utilize one or a combination of scar revision techniques to address their aesthetic concerns.

Scar excision — The existing scar is removed and the new wound is sutured.
Z-plasty — The original scar is repositioned to align with existing features, lines or creases for better camouflage.
Fat Transplantation — Fat is taken from another area of the body and transplanted just below the scar to fill in depressions.
Skin graft — The scar tissue is removed, and skin from another part of the body is used to cover the area.
Skin flap — Skin and its accompanying fat and blood vessels are transplanted from another part of the body.

The degree of improvement that can be achieved through scar revision surgery greatly depends on the severity of the scar, the type of scar, and the scar's size and location. In most cases, a single technique may provide dramatic improvements. However, for patients who suffer from severe scarring, Dr. Bull may recommend a combination of scar revision techniques to achieve the best results. In addition, the appearance of a scar can also be improved through minimally invasive cosmetic treatments, including:

Botox injections
Dermal fillers
Microdermabrasion
Laser therapy
Chemical peels
Skin bleaching agents

As with most cosmetic procedures, scar revision surgery must be considered on an individual basis, as no one procedure is best for all patients. Dr. Bull has treated numerous scar revision surgery patients and understands the unique challenges that each scar presents. He evaluates each scar revision surgery patient on an individual basis and devises a treatment plan that will address his or her aesthetic desires while minimizing recovery time and the risk of complications.

Widely recognized as an extremely talented reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Bull is highly sought after by patients who are seeking to restore their normal appearance. Chicago plastic surgery patients often visit Dr. Bull for treatment of skin cancer resection and reconstruction as well as other types of reconstructive procedures. In fact, many breast reconstruction patients come to Dr. Bull to restore their bustline following mastectomy. He has also helped numerous Chicago breast reduction patients achieve beautiful breasts that are more proportionate to their body.