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Best Dermatologists for Scar Revision And Correction in Bengaluru, India

This page lists 1 scar revision and correction doctor in Bengaluru, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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This page lists 1 scar revision and correction doctor in Bengaluru, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Scar Revision and Correction doctors in Bengaluru, India

This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.

Scar Revision and Correction doctors

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Dr. Girishma J

MBBS, MD in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology (DVL), Certified in Trichology — FRGUHS
Consultant Dermatologist, Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist & Aesthetic Skin Specialist
Medicover Hospital, Bangalore Bengaluru, India8+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 8+ years of experience in Dermatologist & Aesthetic Skin Specialist
  • Currently serving as Consultant Dermatologist at Medicover Hospital, Whitefield, Bengaluru.
  • Built clinical expertise in both medical dermatology and aesthetic skin treatments over 8+ years of practice.
Expertise & Procedures
  • PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
  • Acne Scar Laser Treatment
  • Pigmentation Laser Treatment
  • Laser Skin Rejuvenation
  • Skin Tightening (Energy-based Devices)
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Dermatologist & Aesthetic Skin Specialist Experience: 8+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital, BangaloreHospital accreditation: NABH
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Hospitals where these doctors practise

Medicover Hospital, Bangalore🇮🇳 Bengaluru, India
Starting from$200

Medicover Hospital, Bangalore

Est. 2024
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Scar Revision and CorrectionDermatologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Scar Revision and Correction
4.7
68 reviews
300+
Beds
2+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Girishma J
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Why consider treatment in India?

Many international patients consider India for complex scarring treatment for several reasons, including:

More affordable estimates

Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.

Internationally accredited hospitals

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Experienced specialists

Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.

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About the Procedure

What is Scar Revision and Correction?

Scar Revision and Correction encompasses a range of surgical and non-surgical techniques used to improve the appearance, texture, and function of scars resulting from trauma, burns, surgery, or acne. The goal is to make scars flatter, less noticeable, and more flexible, restoring both cosmetic appearance and, in cases of contracture, normal movement. Treatment choice depends on the scar's size, depth, location, and age, and is tailored individually by a plastic surgeon or dermatologist.

Who may be considered?

Scar Revision and Correction may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.

How does it work?

The existing scar is surgically excised and the wound is closed using advanced suturing patterns to redirect tension and align the scar with natural skin folds, making it far less visible.

3 approaches available for this procedure:

Surgical Scar Revision (Excision, Z-plasty, W-plasty)

Most Popular

The existing scar is surgically excised and the wound is closed using advanced suturing patterns to redirect tension and align the scar with natural skin folds, making it far less visible.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $100 - $400

CBC, coagulation profile, blood sugar, scar photography and measurement, local skin assessment, ECG (for adults over 40 or with cardiac history)

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $1,200 - $3,500

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1 day
Hospitalisation: ~1 day (often day-care)
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~7-10 days recommended
Total stay: approx 9-12 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • Surgeon and anesthesiologist fees
  • Operating room charges
  • Local or general anesthesia
  • Post-op dressing and one follow-up visit
  • Surgical consumables

Usually Not Included

  • Pre-procedure investigations
  • Medications and antibiotics
  • Silicone sheets or scar creams
  • Additional touch-up sessions if needed
  • Hotel accommodation and travel

Recovery and follow-up

Recovery varies by technique: surgical revision typically requires 7-10 days of restricted activity and suture care, while laser or injectable approaches involve minimal downtime but need multiple sessions spaced weeks apart for optimal results. Sun protection and scar massage or silicone gel use are commonly advised during healing.

Risks

Possible risks include infection, bleeding, hypertrophic or keloid scar recurrence, changes in skin pigmentation, and incomplete improvement requiring further sessions. A thorough consultation helps minimize these risks by selecting the most suitable technique for the individual's skin and scar type.

Alternatives

Non-invasive options such as topical silicone gel sheets, pressure therapy, or chemical peels may be suitable for mild or early-stage scars. For more prominent scars, combination therapy involving two or more approaches (e.g., surgery followed by laser resurfacing) may achieve better cosmetic outcomes.

What we need to prepare a formal estimate

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Reports required

  • Recent clear photographs of the scar from multiple angles
  • Details of scar origin (surgery, burn, trauma, acne) and its age
  • Previous treatment history for the scar, if any
  • General blood test reports (CBC, blood sugar, coagulation profile)
  • History of keloid or hypertrophic scarring tendency
  • Any known drug or anesthesia allergies
  • Current medications and skin care products in use
  • Relevant medical history (diabetes, autoimmune conditions, skin disorders)

Patient information needed

  • Age and general health status
  • Location, size, and depth of the scar
  • Skin type and tone (for laser suitability assessment)
  • Whether the scar restricts movement or causes functional issues
  • Smoking status (affects healing)
  • Pregnancy status if applicable
  • Expectations and cosmetic goals for the treatment
  • Availability for multiple visits if a session-based approach is chosen

Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.

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How this directory is built

Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Scar Revision and Correction) and procedure (Scar Revision and Correction) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.

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Common questions

FAQs about Scar Revision and Correction in Bengaluru, India

What is Complex Scarring?
Complex scarring is a category of pathological scar formation in which the body's wound-healing process produces excess, distorted, or contracted fibrous tissue that goes beyond normal repair, leading to functional, aesthetic, or symptomatic problems that simple scars do not typically cause.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Complex Scarring?
Common features include raised or thickened skin, redness or hyperpigmentation, itching, burning, tenderness, tightness, and — in contracture scars — restricted movement of nearby joints or structures. Keloids may continue to grow beyond the original wound boundary, while hypertrophic scars generally remain within it but can remain raised and symptomatic for months to years. These features may suggest a complex scar, but the type, severity, and appropriate management can only be determined through direct clinical assessment.
How is Complex Scarring diagnosed?
Assessment typically begins with a detailed history of the wound's origin, age, previous treatments, and any tendency toward abnormal healing, followed by physical examination of the scar's dimensions, texture, pliability, vascularity, and relationship to underlying structures. Clinicians may use validated tools such as the Vancouver Scar Scale or the Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS) to grade scar severity across domains including pigmentation, vascularity, pliability, and height. In selected cases — particularly where deeper tissue involvement or malignant change is a concern — dermoscopy, ultrasound imaging, or biopsy may be warranted.
How is Complex Scarring treated?
Management is tailored to the scar type, location, severity, patient skin type, and prior treatment history, and ranges from conservative non-procedural measures through to minimally invasive interventions and formal surgical revision. Mild to moderate cases may respond well to non-surgical approaches, while tethered, contracted, or recalcitrant scars — or those causing functional limitation — are more likely to require procedural treatment such as scar revision surgery or resurfacing. No single approach guarantees a particular outcome, and a qualified clinician will discuss realistic expectations alongside the likely benefit-to-risk profile for the individual patient.
Can Complex Scarring be treated without a procedure?
Non-surgical options play a meaningful role in complex scar management and include silicone gel sheets or ointments, compression therapy, intralesional corticosteroid injections, laser therapy (such as pulsed-dye or fractional ablative laser), cryotherapy, and radiation therapy (used selectively for keloid prevention post-excision). These approaches may be used alone or in combination and are often the first line of care, particularly for hypertrophic scars and early or moderate keloids. However, severely contracted scars or those causing significant functional restriction frequently require surgical intervention as part of the treatment plan.
When is Scar Revision and Correction considered for Complex Scarring?
Scar Revision and Correction may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Complex Scarring?
Complex scarring is primarily evaluated and managed by a dermatologist with expertise in procedural dermatology or scar management, or by a plastic and reconstructive surgeon depending on the scar's location, depth, and functional impact. In cases involving burn-related contractures, periocular or perioral involvement, or joint-spanning scars, a multidisciplinary team that may include an occupational therapist or physiotherapist is often involved.
How do I choose a doctor for Complex Scarring?
When selecting a provider, look for a dermatologist or plastic and reconstructive surgeon with documented experience in the specific scar type you have — particularly their approach to keloid or contracture management — and confirm whether they offer a full range of both non-surgical and procedural options, structured follow-up, and access to allied health support such as physiotherapy where relevant.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.
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