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How long does it take a surgical incision to heal?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
It depends: On if you mean for complete remodeling and for the wound to look the way it is going to stay- in that case at least 1 year (some say up to 2 years). If you mean for activity, this depends. If it's a small lac on your chin for example- could get back quickly, if abdominal surgery- at least 6 weeks. Keep in mind if you smoke, have diabetes or other anti-healing diseases healing will take longer.
Answered 4/22/2018
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4-6 weeks: At 4-6 weeks 90% or so of the strength in the incision has healed. The wound will continue to modify for the rest of your life. Thus scars fade with time.
Answered 5/3/2018
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