Keloid Excision Surgery
Keloid removal treatment can be different for every patient with these scar formations. In most cases, non-invasive treatment options are recommended first such as steroids, laser, pressure therapy or 5FU injections.However, when a keloid is large or non-responsive to other treatments, surgery may be required to remove the scar tissue. This procedure is often combined with superficial radiation therapy to reduce the chance of recurrence. Dr. Kenrick Spence offers precision surgery when keloid excision is required for scar removal at the International Keloid & Scar Treatment Center in Orlando.
Keloid excision surgery requires meticulous surgical skills and artistry to achieve the desired results. The goal is to remove the scar tissue and reduce the chance of recurrence while hiding the evidence of incisions. Dr. Spence specializes in plastic surgery for keloid removal, offering the expertise and experience that is rare in this field. Patients from around the world travel to the International Keloid & Scar Treatment Center in Orlando. They come to receive the specialized services that Dr. Spence offers, including keloid excision surgery.
Reconstruction Surgery After Keloid Removal
Once the keloid scar tissue is removed through excision surgery, reconstruction of the surgical site may be needed. Depending on the location of the scar and severity of damage to the skin or feature, skin or cartilage grafting and other reconstructive surgery may be required to restore the appearance of the surgical site. Dr. Spence has over 20 years of experience as a certified plastic surgeon. He provides cutting-edge techniques for both keloid removal and reconstruction surgery for his patients.
If non-invasive methods have not been effective in removing keloid scar tissue, excision and reconstructive surgery may be your best option. Contact the International Keloid & Scar Treatment Center in Orlando, Florida. Schedule a virtual consultation with Dr. Kenrick Spence to discuss treatment options for effective and permanent keloid removal.