First an injection is carried out to make the area numb. Next, a small strip of skin is removed. Occasionally it is also necessary to remove a small amount of fat too, although we try to avoid having to do this to avoid an ‘over-done’ look. A special machine is the used to stop any bleeding and the skin is then stitched back together. In total, it normally takes about 30-40 minutes to do both sides.
The scars are hidden in the natural crease of the upper eyelid. Over time the scars should be virtually undetectable.
There are some stitches which will need to be removed at five days after the procedure. Within about a week, most people feel comfortable enough to return to normal social activities.
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There is a possibility of a collection of blood forming under the surface of the skin, which could necessitate further treatment to remove it. There is also a small risk of wounds becoming infected, especially in patients who smoke.
.Russell is a consultant plastic surgeon. He works as an NHS consultant at Glasgow Royal Infirmary, where he specialises in breast reconstruction for cancer patients.
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