Written by Dr Rohit Kumar, specialist plastic surgeon (MED0001630444). Last reviewed October 2026. In short: Most surgical wounds close within two to three weeks, but scars keep maturing for 12 to 18 months. Healing is helped by stopping nicotine, eating enough protein, keeping dressings dry and following lifting limits. Contact your surgeon’s team about spreading … Read more
Written by Dr Rohit Kumar, specialist plastic surgeon (MED0001630444). Last reviewed October 2026. In short: Check the Ahpra register for specialist registration in surgery – plastic surgery, and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. Then look for surgery in accredited hospitals, clear information about risks, an itemised quote, and structured follow-up after surgery. … Read more
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