Dermabrasion

Today I had dermabrasion to make my scar even more unnoticeable. This is the first procedure that I have ever had in terms of helping the scar look better. I'm going to be truthful, I was terrified. I haven't had anything done to my face in 3 years so just the thought of anything to do with pain and my face was scary. This was pretty much me the whole time...

My doctor started out by putting numbing cream on the area. I waited 45 minutes for it to set in.

After the area was numb we started the procedure. The nurse told me it was like sanding it down. After 1-2 minutes we were done!

The area is like raw skin now. I have to change the bandage daily for 7-10 days (depending on how fast it heals).

So now it's bandages for a little over a week and then a check up in 3 weeks. Next update coming your way after the bandages are off. I hope this was helpful for anyone interested in dermabrasion for their scar. XOXO, Staci

Three Years Later And I Have Decided To Do Something About My Scar

It's been just over three years since I had the Basal Cell removed from my left nostril. Two years since I last updated. First and for most I just want to say THANK YOU to everyone who has shared my blog. I receive emails daily from others with similar stories. When I decided to post all of this and start the blog that was exactly my desire. I wanted to give others a glimpse into my experience so they knew what to expect when going through it all. I love receiving all of the emails so keep them coming! I'm so blessed that many people share my story and I can only pray that it continues to be shared. So lets get to updating... I'm doing fabulous! I hit the big 25 this year and life is wonderful! I bought my first house, going on my 4th year of teaching, currently in graduate school to become a principal, and loving this beautiful life that I am blessed with. I haven't relaxed about my obsession with sunscreen on a daily basis and hats when I'm out in the sun (I LOVE my hats!). Like I have always said, I'm not about to let this situation keep me from being outdoors and traveling the world but I do everything I can to keep myself safe from the sun.

On to what y'all are here for. My nose and cheek update. The most common response to someone finding out about my skin cancer and surgeries is "Oh my goodness! I would have never been able to tell. You can't even see your scar!" These words make the soul shine! Dr. Parker did such a wonderful job that my scar is practically unnoticeable. Here are some pictures to show off his extraordinary work:

The most common question that I receive in emails is in reference to my scar and what I put on it. The honest to God truth is nothing. When I had the surgery I asked my doctor to recommend a product for the scar and he gave me his opinion on scar creams and I took what he told me and never wasted my money on them. My scar falls on my smile line and in my case the solution to an unnoticeable scar is to stay smiling! But when my face is relaxed and I'm not smiling, I do slightly notice my scar. Others don't notice but I do. Three years ago Dr. Parker told me that if I ever wanted to come in for a procedure to make the scar less noticeable he could do that. I have decided to go ahead with the procedure and will have it done on Friday. AH! All my friends and family keep asking what he is going to do and honestly I don't know. I didn't really ask any questions when I called to schedule except my favorite question "How long do I have to wear a bandage?" As of Friday I will be bandaged for a week. My next update will be on Friday. I will share pictures and explanations of the procedure. XOXO, Staci Email me! StaciSellers@yahoo.com