Reconstructive Surgery

Skin Reconstruction After Burns

Releasing tight burn scars and restoring skin, contour, and movement, often in planned stages.

What it is

Burn reconstruction improves scars and restores skin, contour, and movement after a burn has healed. Tight or contracted scars that limit movement can be released, and skin can be restored using grafts, local flaps, or tissue expansion, where healthy skin nearby is gradually stretched to provide a close match.

This is reconstructive work that often takes place in planned stages over time, with both functional goals, such as restoring movement, and aesthetic goals, such as improving the appearance of scarred areas.

What it can improve

  • Tight scars (contractures) that restrict movement
  • Appearance and texture of burn-scarred skin
  • Restoration of skin using grafts, flaps, or tissue expansion
  • Function and comfort in affected areas

It cannot restore burned skin to its original state or remove scarring entirely, and significant reconstruction is usually staged rather than completed in one operation.

Quick facts

  • Procedure time: 1–4 hours depending on the stage
  • Anesthesia: General anesthesia, sometimes local
  • Clinic stay: Same-day or short stay
  • Recovery: Varies by procedure and site
  • Exercise: Reintroduced gradually per stage
  • Final result: Improves over many months across stages

Before the procedure

Burn reconstruction begins with a detailed assessment of the scarring, movement, and goals. A staged plan is explained, including the role of any tissue expansion, grafts, or flaps, with realistic expectations.

During the procedure

Depending on the stage, tight scar is released, and skin is restored with a graft, local flap, or expanded skin. Tissue expansion involves placing an expander under nearby healthy skin and filling it gradually before a later operation.

After the procedure

Recovery depends on the procedure and site. Scar care, support, and sometimes therapy to maintain movement are important, and the result improves over many months across the stages of the plan.

Results: what it can and cannot achieve

Improved movement, contour, and scar appearance are achievable, often substantially. Reconstruction cannot return skin to its pre-burn state and is usually staged. Your surgeon sets out a realistic, step-by-step plan.

Possible risks and complications

Burn reconstruction is planned carefully but carries surgical risks, particularly when working with scarred tissue. Possible risks include:

  • Partial loss of a graft or flap
  • Delayed wound healing in scarred tissue
  • Infection or bleeding
  • Tissue expander complications, such as exposure
  • Recurrence of scar tightness
  • Need for further stages or revision

Smoking and impaired circulation raise the risk of healing problems, wound complications, and tissue loss, so honest assessment and smoking cessation are especially important in reconstructive surgery.

Why Skulpturkliniken

Reconstructive surgery by Dr. Matteo Amoroso

Reconstructive surgery at Skulpturkliniken is performed by Dr. Matteo Amoroso, a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon with expertise in microsurgery.

Precision throughout the care pathway

Dr. Amoroso prioritizes both function and appearance in burn reconstruction, with a realistic, staged plan for extensive injuries.

Reconstructive precision meets aesthetic judgment

From the first consultation, Dr. Amoroso helps you understand what is realistic for your specific burn history.

Individualized assessment

Every procedure begins with a detailed assessment. We evaluate:

  • The burn's depth, size, and location
  • Current functional limitations
  • The suitable reconstruction technique and staged planning
  • Your goals and realistic expectations

Safety, precision, and long-term care

Safety is central to every step of the surgical journey. Your treatment includes:

  1. ✓ Specialist consultation with Dr. Matteo Amoroso
  2. ✓ Detailed assessment and individualized surgical planning
  3. ✓ Careful evaluation of whether surgery is the right option
  4. ✓ Guidance before each stage
  5. ✓ Surgery in a safe and controlled surgical environment
  6. ✓ Scheduled postoperative follow-up visits after each stage
  7. ✓ Direct access to the surgeon and nursing team
  8. ✓ Digital medical records through Adoreal®
  9. ✓ Patient insurance through Folksam
  10. ✓ Long-term postoperative support

Trust The Adoreal Experience

The Adoreal platform gives you complete control of your aesthetic journey. You will be guided throughout your entire process, from consultation to recovery, ensuring an exceptional experience for each of our patients.

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You are in Control

Complete access to your information, health records and previous journeys.

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Unmatched Predictability

Manage your expectations with our questionnare Silhouette, and visualise your ideal outcomes with 3D simulation.

Trusted step-by-step guide

From bookings to payments, logistics and after care, Adoreal will be your companion.

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Enhanced Safety Measures

Complimentary health check, conscious monitoring, and meticulous preparation.

In their words

Patients trust Skulpturkliniken for care.

Our patient trust is our greater achievement.

Jun 17, 2026

The best surgeon

I had a circumferential abdominoplasty with Matteo Amoroso, and I can honestly say I couldn't have wished for a better surgeon. From the moment I met Matteo, I felt the sense of security I was looking for. He was kind, attentive, and professional from the very beginning. He took the time to explain everything in detail and answered all my questions, which made me feel well-informed before the surgery. I never had to go home and wonder about anything because he was so thorough in his explanations. It's now been three weeks since my surgery, and even though the healing process is still ongoing, I'm already incredibly happy with the result. The change is greater than I had dared to hope for, and I feel so grateful that I chose Matteo. I have more surgeries I want to undergo in the future, and there's no doubt that Matteo will be my first choice then too. I warmly recommend him to anyone considering plastic surgery!

May 18, 2026

A pro

I've had two surgeries with Matteo. The first was liposuction on my stomach, and most recently, my eyes – specifically, my lower eyelids and eyebrows. Matteo suggested a unique technique for my eyebrows that no other surgeon had proposed. This allowed me to remove excess skin under my eyebrows without needing an eyebrow or forehead lift, which I wasn't interested in. I'm extremely happy with the results of both my procedures. Matteo is a true professional; he loves his work, and you're always met with kindness and genuine care. He's an excellent communicator, explaining everything clearly and answering all questions and concerns. You feel completely confident in his knowledge and experience. Matteo also has a wonderful ability to make you feel understood; he listens carefully and is just as dedicated and invested as you are in achieving a successful procedure and outcome. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Matteo. I've had surgery 6 times in total, with the last two being with him. Whatever my next procedure may be, I will undoubtedly choose Matteo first again.

May 10, 2026

The best surgeon

Matteo is an incredibly skilled surgeon whom I highly recommend. I underwent a major tummy tuck, and from the very first consultation, Matteo was professional, calm, and very accessible. He took the time to answer all my questions and made me feel secure, involved, and well-informed throughout the entire process. He thoroughly explained the procedure, recovery, and what results I could expect, which gave me great confidence going into the surgery. Everything went very well without any complications, and I am very happy with the result. I would undoubtedly choose Matteo again if I were to have more procedures in the future.

Apr 6, 2026

The best choice for a plastic surgeon!

Dr. Amoroso has performed several operations on me, including a neck and facelift with fat grafting, a lip lift, eyelid surgery, breast and tummy tucks, and liposuction on my knees. All operations have been successful and exceeded my expectations. I have worked with doctors for 50 years and am very impressed by Dr. Amoroso's artistry and skill. He is truly an asset to this profession and to patients who desire excellent results and the peace of mind that comes from being cared for in a responsible and professional manner.

Mar 13, 2026

Successful 360 lipo

Matteo is the best surgeon I could ever imagine. I am beyond satisfied. Both the care I received and the results of the 360 liposuction Matteo performed on me have been absolutely fantastic. It couldn't have been better! Everything has exceeded my expectations. Matteo is professional, skilled, competent, caring, reassuring, and experienced. Thank you, Matteo!

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