Ann Arbor Scar Removal doctors

Khaled El-Hoshy, MD Khaled El-Hoshy, MD
Detroit Dermatologic Surgeon
14555 Levan Rd. Suite 410, Livonia
6 answers
David N. Hing, MD David N. Hing, MD
Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon
5333 McAuley Dr. Suite 5001 and 5008, Ann Arbor
1 answer
Daniel Sherick, MD Daniel Sherick, MD
Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon
5333 McAuley Dr Suite 5001 and 5008, Ann Arbor
Mohamad H. Bazzi, MD Mohamad H. Bazzi, MD
Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon
42680 Ford Rd. , Canton
Richard J. Beil, MD Richard J. Beil, MD
Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon
5333 McAuley Drive Suite 5001 and 5008, Ann Arbor

Recent Answers

Should I Have a Tummy Tuck Revision Surgery or Just Be Happy with What I Have?

I had a mini tummy tuck 2 months ago and Im pleased with the results however the dr ask me if I wanted to have revision surgery on my scar after I have healed of course.I have a normal horizontal scar and also a vertical scar where my belly button was and there wasnt enough skin to remove it all.I have a new belly button. He said he could get that vertical scar alot shorter and do a little more lipo.Im worried if he removes more skin it will be too tight but I would love this scar to be smaller.

A: Weigh the return versus the risk

Ask yourself what you see that might be of concern.  Find out what it is that your surgeon sees.  Ask if he is charging you for the revision.  Request an explanation of the possible risks to operating again.  Discuss the possible advantages of waiting until 9 months after the surgery to let all the swelling settle down and the scars soften and then re-evaluating whether the revision surgery is necessary.  Once you have this information, you can make a better decision about whether to proceed at this time.

Good Luck!

David N. Hing, MD
Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon
Indentation from Shave Removal on Cheek, What Can I Do To Fix This?

I had a shave biopsy done on my cheek for a mole that was flat on the surface. It has left me with a round hole the size of a pencil eraser. It has been 13 weeks and still looks bad to me. Will this ever level out or what can be done to fix it with out having an excision done to correct it. One end of the scar sticks up a little more which seems to be making the shadowing of the scar more noticeable.

A: Shallow scar on the cheek after surgery

Dear Steph, I suggest considering a procedure known as "subcision", combined with a spot Dermabrasion or chem-abrasion. Your dermatologist/plastic surgeon can help you decide , after considering your skin type [ fair skin vs olive complexion]. A filler may be an option, after this maneuver[s]

Khaled El-Hoshy, MD
Detroit Dermatologic Surgeon
What Treatment Would You Recommend for Ice Pick Scars?

I've been told they are ice pick but i don't know if all of them are ice pick or just some of them. I have a feeling I have a mixture of ice pick and boxscar/rolling but not sure. What treatment would you suggest for the indents? Is TCA Cross something I should consider? Thanks

A: acne scar treatment

Dear Hope11, the scars that show in the pictures you posted, would respond to CROSS technique, as you mentioned. Other options are punch excision, or punch grafting. Subcision can be done  for more shallow scars. Any of the aforementioned procedures can be later enhanced by a resurfacing procedure such as dermabrasion, sandabrasion, chemabrasion, or fractional/ablative laser. Your dermatologist/plastic surgeon can discuss which method[s] would be best for your skin type & your work/social engagements.

Khaled El-Hoshy, MD
Detroit Dermatologic Surgeon
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