I’ve already written about how scars have a big impact on my life. I’m not alone – many people struggle with the appearance of their scars. Not only do scars affect our physical appearance, but they can also be reminders of difficult times.
Finding a Solution For My Scars
Despite accepting what happened to me and trying to move past it, I struggled with the way my scars looked. They were covering a large area of my body and I felt very self-conscious. Figuring out what I can do about my scars helped me put together a plan. By using different ways to cover up my scars my life has become easier. However, I still wanted to find a more permanent and effective solution.
Dermabrasion and Thin Skin Grafting
My search led me to a surgeon who specializes in this field. He developed and patented a new technique to camouflage scars. This new technique is called dermabrasion & thin skin grafting and combines dermabrasion and skin grafting using a very thin skin patch. The skin for the skin graft is usually harvested from your thighs. This means that there will also be a scar left on the donor area.
This breakthrough procedure minimizes the recovery period and gives great results in camouflaging the scars. There are patients from all over the world who have gone through this procedure with good outcomes.
To show you the progress of my skin graft here are the photos of my scars! These show my scars before surgery, one month after, and 15 months post-surgery. You can see that the skin graft has healed nicely, but I will have to wait for two years to see the final results.
I don’t know about you but to me, these are amazing results! You can see that the skin is different, but I hope with time all the blemishes will disappear and I might even be able to camouflage it with special camouflage make-up.
A very important thing to note is that during the post-operative period I used specific scar creams to help with the healing and recovery of the skin. During the initial period, these creams were advised by the surgeon and later on, I researched for the best creams to use. My favourite ones are the ones containing rich natural ingredients.
The Story of my Scars
Even though I am not yet finished with the process of camouflaging my scars I already feel much more hopeful and relaxed. After undergoing a skin graft surgery I don’t worry so much about my appearance as before. Two years after the surgery the results are amazing and my scars look completely different now.
The freedom of not having to deal with judgments and assumptions that society places on scars on a daily basis will soon be here. And knowing this makes it so much easier to breathe.
My Book Living with Scars
I am incredibly happy to have found this particular surgeon and his specific technique. The comparison of photos of my scars before and after is very striking and the results are remarkable.
If you would like to read more about how it feels living with scars and the step-by-step process of how I went through this breakthrough surgery, you can purchase my ebook here.
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Hello, thank you very much for this informative page. I am hoping to get a similar treatment and I would be grateful if you would share photos of how the skin graft healing looks like now as I’m aware it can take up to 2 years to heal
Properly.
Many thanks
Hi Ali,
please see the photos 2 years after the surgery: https://livingwithscars.com/two-years-after-my-skin-graft-surgery/ (both skin graft and donor area)
Also here are before and after photos: https://livingwithscars.com/my-scars-before-and-after-skin-graft-surgery/
hi, i have the same problem like your forearm. by the way where did you perform that operation. the results look so great, i really appreciate if you can give me an address of your surgeon
Hi Reza, thank you for your comment. I mention the surgeon’s name in the following Article, under Dermabrasion and Thin Skin Grafting:https://livingwithscars.com/best-treatment-for-self-harm-scars-in-2021/
You can also purchase my ebook where I explain everything in a lot more detail. It can be very daunting to decide and undergo this kind of surgery, but the results are really worth it. I hope that the book can help answer questions and encourage them to find the right solution for them.
Hi Reza,
Assuming you are in the US or not located in Turkey, what made you choose this surgeon to perform this procedure? Why didn’t you choose one closer to home?
Looking to get this procedure done for myself but having trouble finding a surgeon performing similar work and producing results like the surgeon you mentioned.
Thanks!
Hi there,
Assuming you are in the US or not located in Turkey, what made you choose this surgeon to perform this procedure? Why didn’t you choose one closer to home?
Looking to get this procedure done for myself but having trouble finding a surgeon performing similar work and producing results like the surgeon you mentioned.
Thanks!
Hi I’m sat here crying I couldn’t believe when I saw your photo I have been looking for years now to find something that will take them away I had an appointment yesterday and they basically told me nothing would help and I lost hope I thought I would have to cover up forever seeing this I honestly can’t tell you the hope it’s brought me I would be so unbelievably grateful if I could get in touch with your surgeon omg I can’t believe this thank you so much xx
Thank you for visiting my blog! I chose this surgeon because he has created and patented this specific procedure for these kinds of scars. His approach is different, has better outcomes and faster recovery, and he has published numerous research papers and also spent some time practicing surgery in the US. I was familiar with Turkey as I have travelled there before. It is a beautiful country with the most
friendly people, cuisine, and rich history.
I mention the surgeon’s name in the following Article, under Dermabrasion and Thin Skin Grafting: https://livingwithscars.com/best-treatment-for-self-harm-scars-in-2021/
I wrote an ebook where I explain everything about my journey and surgery in a lot more detail. It can be very daunting to decide and undergo this kind of surgery, but in my opinion the results are worth it. I hope that my book can help answer questions and encourage you to find the right solution for you. Every purchase also helps me to continue to run this blog and help more people!
Hi I’m sat here crying I couldn’t believe when I saw your photo I have been looking for years now to find something that will take them away I had an appointment yesterday and they basically told me nothing would help and I lost hope I thought I would have to cover up forever seeing this I honestly can’t tell you the hope it’s brought me I would be so unbelievably grateful if I could get in touch with your surgeon omg I can’t believe this thank you so much xx
Hi Milly, thank you for your comment! I hope you find my blog useful! I mention the surgeon’s name in the following Article, under Dermabrasion and Thin Skin Grafting: https://livingwithscars.com/best-treatment-for-self-harm-scars-in-2021/
I wrote an ebook where I explain everything about my journey and surgery in a lot more detail. It can be very daunting to decide and undergo this kind of surgery, but the results are worth it. I hope that my book can help answer questions and encourage you to find the right solution for you. Every purchase also helps me to continue to run this blog and help more people!
Hi, I have read through your posts and I have gotten so much more hope in this with u undergoing the surgery, I contacted the surgeon and got quoted £4000 in cash just for a small section on my forearm, but if I was to transfer it, the surgeon said it would be £5000, having a £1000 difference in the price is huge for me so I have decided on the cheaper option, but I am quite sceptical about taking £4000 with me to an airport and on a plane as I think I would possibly get stopped by security, how did you manage this? It would really help if you could let me know please, thanks!
Hi Zara, I’m glad to hear you find my blog useful. I did the transfer as this was the safest option. Hope all goes well for you!
Hello, I am also looking to undergo the surgery, did you end up going ahead with it? If so, what was it like? As I am very nervous about it.