For a scar that is less noticeable.
A scar from surgery, accident or burn can mar your body. At MOOI, we like to make sure the scar is less noticeable.
Because you have a
scar correction
we would like to tell you what your options are and what steps you can take.
Of course we inform you fully during a consultation with the plastic surgeon in our
private clinic located in Maastricht.
When to have a scar correction?
Sometimes a scar does not heal nicely and a lot of scar tissue is produced. Your scar will be wide or very thick and disfiguring to your body or face.
THE TREATMENT PROCESS
From consultation to recovery
Make an appointment first
Call or email one of our staff members to schedule a consultation. Tell us your plans in advance so we can schedule you with the plastic surgeon who is best for you. You can make an appointment through the appointments page.
Or call: 043 311 8708
The consultation from A to Z
You come to MOOI Clinic in Maastricht to discuss your scar correction. During the consultation, you will speak with the plastic surgeon who specializes in these corrections. From general information about before and after care, to details are discussed. We are also taking the photos for your medical records today.
After the consultation, you will be aware of everything regarding your future surgery. You will receive honest advice from us about the expected outcome, risks, recovery and exact costs. We advise all our clients to quit smoking around the time of treatment. The same applies to the use of nicotine patches and gum.
An initial consultation involves a €50 consultation fee, which will be deducted from the treatment price.
The scar correction
Usually an incision is made on both sides of the scar and the plastic surgeon removes the old scar and then reattaches the skin neatly. Scars that are very thick can also be treated with corticosteroids, pressure therapy, silicone film or radiation. This will reduce the thickness of the scar but keep it the same width.
The scar may be red and swollen and feel painful or itchy for a while after treatment. It is important to avoid tension on the wound.
Stay out of the sun with the scar for the first time and apply factor 50+ when you go outside.
Aftercare and recovery
The process of scarring has 3 stages. The total process can take up to 2 years. Here it is important to know that you can take action up to 2 years to make your scar look more beautiful.
During check-up consultations after surgery, we are frequently asked which cream we recommend to treat scars with. That makes sense. There are many creams listed as “the best for treating scars. But what is scientifically the best treatment for a scar? We would like to explain this further in this article on scar treatment.
Risks
As with any surgery, there is a risk of bleeding, infection or impaired wound healing. In the vast majority of situations, this is not serious and is easily remedied.
QUIT SMOKING
We advise all our clients to quit smoking around the time of treatment. The same applies to the use of nicotine patches and gum. Smoking not only makes you less MOOI on the outside, but also on the inside. If you smoke, you have a higher risk of complications such as poor wound healing, skin shedding or respiratory problems with general anesthesia.
Experience of other men and women
Your desire and reasons for having a scar correction is personal. It is very important to us that you feel good about your choices. Be sure to read the experiences of other men and women via
ZorgkaartNederland.nl
(the largest independent experience site for Dutch health care).
Our plastic surgeons
Our plastic surgeons
Your appearance is precious to us. We believe that for proper treatment, you need the right people. Training, competence and quality can only be provided with plastic surgeons who understand their profession. We do not want to be the largest clinic in the Netherlands, but the best.
Additional Information
What does a scar correction cost?
from €930 (depending on size)
After the consultation with the plastic surgeon, you will know exactly what your correction will cost.
Please note that it is not possible to claim expenses for treatments from health insurance. MOOI only performs procedures for uninsured care.
If you do want to qualify for reimbursement, we are happy to refer you to one of our hospitals. For this you need a referral from the family doctor. We recommend consulting the terms and conditions of your health insurance policy.
