Skin Graft - Laser treatment to improve colour

Hi

I had a BCC removed from my nose in January and had a skin graft to repair the 3cm x 3cm that was removed. The graft has improved so much over the 4 months since. Today I had an appointment with an NHS Plastic Surgeon to suggest the next steps to try and improve the appearance of the graft. The colour match is not great - the graft was taken from my collarbone area.

They have suggested laser therapy as a first step but unfortunately, this is not available on the NHS. I wondered if anyone has any experience of this and what the costs might be?

Many thanks.  

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  • Hi Sammies

    Unfortunately, I didn't get any replies. I did manage to get an appointment at the Hospital but it was a bit of a waste of time. After the appointment which was very quick and without much information, I received a letter saying they wouldn't even think about doing any laser treatment until after 2 years (it was only a year later so not sure why they gave me the appointment). To be honest I don't think I could face any more treatment now. And after 2 years the colour is a lot better and is more white than brown now. Of course, I am not entirely happy with it but everyone tells me it's hardly noticeable now.  

    Not sure if that helps you at all :)

    Best wishes

    Jen

  • Hi Jen

    I did try through a Hospital in London to get help with colouring my graft which is on my cheek. To be honest it was more draing than dealing with them than the skin graft, and I went my own way eventually. The colour of my graft is a very pale white which looks prominent on the reddish complection. I have tried cosmetic tattooing whic works to a degree but needs to be repeated or topped up every year.

    It does help to hear of other people who go throught the same proceedure. 

    Regards

    Sam

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  • Hi Jen

    I did try through a Hospital in London to get help with colouring my graft which is on my cheek. To be honest it was more draing than dealing with them than the skin graft, and I went my own way eventually. The colour of my graft is a very pale white which looks prominent on the reddish complection. I have tried cosmetic tattooing whic works to a degree but needs to be repeated or topped up every year.

    It does help to hear of other people who go throught the same proceedure. 

    Regards

    Sam

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