Scar Revision

We require a deposit of $1,000 up front to secure your surgery date and time. The remaining balance must be paid in full no later than two weeks before your scheduled surgery date. We accept all major credit and debit cards, cash, cashier’s check. We do accept Care Credit if you are interested in financing for the surgeon’s fee only. We do not accept personal checks or HSA.

The cost of your scar revision includes all pre-op and post-op appointments, anesthesia, the surgery and surgical materials, facility fees, as well as any post-op compression garments. Prescription pain medication is not covered in the cost of surgery and is not dispensed by Dr. J.J. Wendel Plastic Surgery.

The cost of a scar revision depends on the type, location, and measurements of the scar. Scar revisions can be done in office, but some are required to be done in the hospital. Even with these variables, surgical scar revision typically starts at $1,500. Steroid treatment starts at _____. Laser treatments start at _____.

In addition to the initial consultation, you’ll make one more preoperative appointment. At this appointment, you will discuss any questions that may have arisen, talk about specific details of the surgery, review pre and post op instructions, and prescriptions will be prescribed electronically. You will also have pre-operative photos taken for your medical chart.

During your consultation with Dr. Wendel, he will discuss your goals, the nature of the scar revision, and what you can expect regarding recovery, complications, and scars. After talking with Dr. Wendel, you will meet with our surgery scheduler to discuss cost, payment options, and scheduling surgery.

The best candidates for Scar revision is if the appearance or texture of the scar can be improved.

Scar revision treatments are tailored to your specific needs. Dr. Wendel will meet with you to see what kind of scar you have, and how noticeable it is now. Each scar is different, so each treatment will be different, too. The goal is always the same, though. Dr. Wendel’s goal is to create a thin, less painful, and less noticeable scar. Whether she suggests surgical excision, laser therapy, microneedling, or even steroid injections, know that you’re in good hands. Also, understand that scars can never be completely removed, though they can be made much less noticeable.

The scar from this procedure will usually be in the same location as previous scar. There may be times when the scar will be lengthened or altered to improve upon the scar.