--- title: Our Approach to Optimising Scar Management After Surgery. | Avery Reconstructive & Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Avery Aesthetics description: "Scar optimisation protocols play a vital role in ensuring the final outcome of your scar is the best it can be, completing your surgery journey with results that reflect a truly positive transformation. \n\nAt Avery, we understand how much this matters to our patients, so we've added a complementary scar-recovery service to our existing home care packs for all Avery surgical patients." --- [02 4002 4150](tel:0240582645) # Our Approach to Optimising Scar Management After Surgery. 26.08.25 [News & Events](https://blog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/news) 0 Shares [Facebook Share on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au%2Fnews%2Freducing-scars-post-op) [TwitterShare on Twitter](https://twitter.com/home?status=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au%2Fnews%2Freducing-scars-post-op) [Instagram Share on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au%2Fnews%2Freducing-scars-post-op&title=%3Cspan+id%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper_name%22+class%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper+hs_cos_wrapper_meta_field+hs_cos_wrapper_type_text%22+style%3D%22%22+data-hs-cos-general-type%3D%22meta_field%22+data-hs-cos-type%3D%22text%22+%3EOur+Approach+to+Optimising+Scar+Management+After+Surgery.%3C%2Fspan%3E&summary=%3Cp%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cspan+data-contrast%3D%22auto%22%3EScar+...) *Scar optimisation protocols play an important role in supporting recovery and helping scars to settle as well as possible after surgery.*  *At Avery, we recognise this is an important part of the surgical journey, so we’ve included a complementary scar-recovery service within the home care packs provided to all Avery surgical patients.*   Avery's Clinical Director and Specialist Plastic Surgeon Dr Gary Avery (FRACS) said patients will receive a consult four weeks after surgery with a complimentary BroadBand Light (BBL™ HEROic) or Procell MicroChanneling treatment to help reduce redness and enhance the profile of scar maturation. "We're committed to ensuring our service doesn't end after the surgery - we want our patients to achieve the best possible recovery and results." "BBL™ HEROic is fantastic because it uses intense light energy to kickstart your skin cells into regenerating and healing - ultimately reducing discolouration while boosting collagen and elastin production," he said.  This is in addition to the nine or so LED Light Therapy treatments included in the surgery package.  "We will often do one session prior to surgery, and eight post-operatively." "The light is able to penetrate superficial and deep layers of the skin, including bone, to assist with healing and inflammation." It can also suppress the formation of hypertrophic scars, which are the thick and raised scars that occur during the healing process, while reducing pain and the risk of infection.  In addition to incorporating the power of light treatments, Avery includes the option of MicroChanneling to optimise the appearance of scars. “We use Procell Therapies MicroChanneling guns to create micro-channels within the skin.” Highly concentrated growth factor serums are used in combination with the gun, encouraging healing, reducing inflammation and increasing collagen production and recovery times. For patients who haven’t been surgical patients of Avery and have existing scars they would like to improve the appearance of, we offer a range of treatments including MicroLaserPeel, HALO™, ProFractional laser and NanoLaserPeel. "No two scars are the same so we tailor treatments on a case by case basis, looking at the type of scar and skin sensitivities, so every patient sees the safest and most optimal results." “Regardless of the origin of your scar, always keep your scar out of the sun - apply sunblock and cover.” For more information on scar recovery treatments, head to[averyplasticsurgery.com.au](https://www.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/non-surgical-services/scars) For information relating to the risks and recovery of the treatments mentioned above please view the links -  [Procell Therapies MicroChanneling](https://www.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/non-surgical-service/details/ageing-microchanneling) [MicroLaserPeel](https://www.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/non-surgical-service/details/micro-laser-peel) [HALO™](https://www.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/non-surgical-service/details/ageing-halo) [ProFractional Er:YAG Laser](https://www.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/non-surgical-service/details/pro-fractional-eryag-laser) [NanoLaserPeel](https://www.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/non-surgical-service/details/nano-laser-peel) [BBL™ HEROic](https://www.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/non-surgical-service/details/ageing-bbl-heroic) Dr Gary Avery (FRACS). Dr Gary Avery (MED0001633092) is a registered medical practitioner, with specialist registration in Surgery – Plastic Surgery. Individual results and recovery times may vary. All procedures carry inherent risk. See link in our bio for risks and more information. All treatments provided at Avery Aesthetics are only offered following a comprehensive consultation with a qualified and registered health practitioner. Individual results vary, and outcomes are not guaranteed. Risks & suitability will be discussed prior to treatment. The information & images shared are general in nature & do not constitute medical advice or a personal recommendation. Any before-and-after photos depict real patients who have provided informed consent; results shown are specific to the individual & should not be interpreted as expected outcomes for others. 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Post-treatment written aftercare instructions & the direct contact details of your treating health practitioner will be provided after every procedure.  [News & Events](https://blog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/news) 0 Shares [Facebook Share on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au%2Fnews%2Freducing-scars-post-op) [TwitterShare on Twitter](https://twitter.com/home?status=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au%2Fnews%2Freducing-scars-post-op) [Instagram Share on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au%2Fnews%2Freducing-scars-post-op&title=%3Cspan+id%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper_name%22+class%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper+hs_cos_wrapper_meta_field+hs_cos_wrapper_type_text%22+style%3D%22%22+data-hs-cos-general-type%3D%22meta_field%22+data-hs-cos-type%3D%22text%22+%3EOur+Approach+to+Optimising+Scar+Management+After+Surgery.%3C%2Fspan%3E&summary=%3Cp%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cspan+data-contrast%3D%22auto%22%3EScar+...) 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[Read More](https://blog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/news/laser-treatments-for-surgical-patients-supporting-skin-integrity-before-and-after-surgery) ### [The Hydrating Power of the Velež Mask post HALO](https://blog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/news/post-halo-velez-mask) It may look like any other facemask, but the Velež Mask hydrates the skin like no other - taking a deep dive into the skin’s surface to rapidly restore, soothe and cool compromised skin.  [Read More](https://blog.averyplasticsurgery.com.au/news/post-halo-velez-mask) Contact us If you are considering surgery or non-surgical treatments and have questions, we’d like to hear from you. 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