Dermarolling / Microneedling / Tensile Strength of Scars
« on: May 03, 2013, 09:02:37 PM »Am new to forum, great information!!!
I have a question about needling scars if someone could help me please?
I unfortunately have very weak scars. I have previously had breast reduction done which involved cutting all the way around my areola. Due to my weak scars the areola spreads and becomes too big. I am having my 4th revision done later this year. I have had a permanent suture with not much success. My plastic surgeon has advised me to keep the scars taped until they turn white. Despite taping they are still getting bigger. My question is can needling the scar make the scar stronger? I don't care if I have a scar any more I just want the areola to stop spreading. It seems that if there is more collagen produced due to needling it is possible but it depends on how it is laid down in the tissue. I have searched Google for an answer and unfortunately do not have access to a good medical library. I doubt the information is known but if anyone has any information or experience I would greatly appreciate this.
Thanks in advance.