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Skin grafting surgery is a technique whereby healthy skin is removed from one area of the body (commonly thigh or buttocks) and placed on another area which may have damaged skin eg: scarring or wound. Skin grafting can be an effective method for larger areas of scarring eg: self-inflicted scarring or burns. Whilst you will be left with a scar from the graft many patients are happy to have the resulting scar represent a new meaning and take away the constant reminder of the original scarring.
Skin grafting surgery is typically performed when there is loss of skin after incidents such as burns or trauma, an unhealing wound or on large surface areas of scarring.
Skin grafts are a method of obtaining healthy skin to replace skin that may be breaking down or highly damaged. The recovery time for an invasive procedure such as this is typically quick should all aftercare be followed and no complications arise, on average 2-3 weeks. The end result should the graft take well is good quality skin where tissue may have been lost.
Depending on the donor site location grafts can sometimes be darker in skin tone compare to the new surrounding area. The graft may also be thicker or drier than the surrounding area however these disadvantages can be minimised with good preparation and aftercare.
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"Nurses were kind, supportive and able to answer questions; surgeon inspired confidence; appointment was on time; instructions were clear and easy to follow."
"Experience was positive from start to finish. The staff were professional and caring. I felt that I was in excellent hands."
"I was treated by Mr Jorge Leon-Villapalos last year. I have honestly never received such good care, Mr Leon-Villapalos is very caring and was very sensitive about my issue. He explained everything in detail. The Scar Clinic booking team also made the whole process easy and hassle free. I would 100% recommend this practice, top notch service!"
"Great staff, and knowledge. I called the clinic after I had a traumatic experience elsewhere which left me with 2nd-degree burns. Very, very pleased with the results of the burn, it disappeared and left no scarring with the dressing and treatment Mr Goutos used. My experience as a whole has been more than pleasant and I would recommend both the clinic and Mr Goutos to all!"
"My experience has been absolutely wonderful - many thanks to Mr Leon-Villapalos and team. He’s been extremely patient in taking time to explain things in full, prompt in answering all the questions I had throughout my recovery. Excellent communicator and very kind indeed. Scrub nurses were lovely, and in general I can’t fault my experience with you at all."
"Everything and everyone - from environment to all staff (reception, nurses, and of course Dr. Firas who is a great doctor and a very charming and warm person who makes patients feel at ease even when their situation isn’t the lightest). Overall, very good experience!"
"The surgeon answered all of my concerns and I felt confident to undergo the procedure and came out feeling confident I received very good care. The staff and nurses gave me personal attention and were quite courteous, they readily gave me any information that I needed. They were particular in helping me go through all the steps I needed in preparation for the procedure. "
"Excellent experience through and through. Friendly staff and extended team. Mr Leon-Villapalos is an exceptional communicator and made me feel at ease throughout both of my procedures with him."
"I have been coming to the Clinic for over a year now and the experience has always been extremely professional and courteous. Having major surgery can be a daunting process but the clinic has at all times provided excellent care across all aspects."
