Facial Scar Revision in Salt Lake City, UT

Restore Your Skin’s Appearance and Your Confidence

A scar can be a permanent reminder of a past injury, surgery, or skin condition. While every scar tells a story, some can affect your self-esteem or even your physical comfort. At Barr Aesthetics, Dr. Lucy Barr specializes in advanced facial scar revision, using surgical and non-surgical techniques to minimize the appearance of scars and help them blend seamlessly with the surrounding skin.

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Dr. Barr, a Utah reconstructive surgery expert who specializes in facial plastic surgery, performs facial reconstructive surgery to help individuals overcome anomalies that have occurred due to circumstances beyond their control. One of these surgeries is scar revision.

What Does Scar Revision Imply?

Scar revision is a specialized field of reconstructive surgery that focuses on making scars less noticeable. It is important to understand that while no scar can be completely “erased,” a skilled facial plastic surgeon can significantly improve its texture, color, and size.

The process involves:

Repositioning: Changing the direction of a scar so it follows the natural folds and “tension lines” of the face.
Refining: Smoothing out raised (hypertrophic) scars or filling in pitted (atrophic) scars.
Relieving Tension: Removing tight scar tissue that may be pulling on your features or restricting movement.

Depending on the scar’s severity, Dr. Barr may utilize techniques ranging from advanced laser resurfacing to complex surgical “re-zoning” procedures, such as Z-plasty or skin grafting.

Why Consider Scar Revision?

Patients seek scar revision for reasons that are often both physical and emotional. The benefits go far beyond the surface:

Improved Aesthetics: Minimize discoloration, thickness, and irregularities to make the scar nearly invisible to the naked eye.
Restored Function: Scars near the eyes, nose, or mouth can sometimes limit facial expressions or movement. Revision releases that tightness.
Psychological Healing: For many, a facial scar is a daily reminder of trauma. Improving the scar often provides a sense of closure and renewed confidence.
Symmetry: Scars can often pull the skin in a way that causes facial asymmetry. Dr. Barr works to restore the natural balance of your features.

Who is Scar Revision For?

If you have a facial scar that makes you feel self-conscious or causes physical discomfort, you may be an ideal candidate. Dr. Barr typically treats scars resulting from:

Trauma or Accidents: Lacerations from sports injuries or accidents.
Previous Surgeries: Including scars from Mohs (skin cancer) surgery or previous cosmetic procedures.
Acne or Chicken Pox: Pitted or “ice pick” scars that haven’t responded to topical treatments.
Keloid or Hypertrophic Scars: Thick, raised, or red scars that have grown beyond the original wound.

Note: It is generally recommended to wait 6 to 12 months after an injury before undergoing revision, as scars need time to fully “mature” and stabilize. Schedule a consultation with Barr Aesthetics if you have questions about your scar’s potential.

Specialization in Facial Paralysis & Reconstructive Revision

For patients living with facial paralysis or recovering from Bell’s Palsy, “scarring” is often more than just a surface-level mark. Dr. Lucy Barr is uniquely qualified to treat scars that intersect with nerve damage and muscle dysfunction.

Synkinesis & Scar Management: Scars resulting from previous nerve grafts or facial reanimation surgeries require a surgeon who understands the delicate pathways of the facial nerves.
Correcting Asymmetry: Facial paralysis can cause one side of the face to droop, creating deep folds or pulling existing scars out of alignment. Dr. Barr specializes in revising these areas to restore symmetry and “static” balance to your features.
Releasing Contractures: Chronic paralysis can lead to muscle tightness and skin contractures that mimic scar tissue. Dr. Barr uses advanced techniques to release this tension, allowing for more natural movement and a softer appearance.

Expert Care with Dr. Lucy Barr

Utah’s First Female Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

When it comes to your face, expertise matters. Dr. Lucy Barr is a Double Board-Certified specialist in the face, neck, and hair. Her unique background blends elite surgical training with a deep commitment to humanitarian work.

Your Journey to Better Skin Starts Here

During your private consultation in our Salt Lake City office, Dr. Barr will carefully examine your scar, listen to your goals, and create a customized treatment plan. Whether your solution is a quick laser treatment or a precise surgical revision, our team is dedicated to your safety and satisfaction.