Scars on the legs

Steven Wallach, MD answers: Can I remove scars on my legs with a chemical peel?

I have a lot of scars on my legs and because of that I'm unable to wear shorts or skirts. What can i do to remove these scars and can Chemical Peel be done on the legs?


Steven Wallach, MD
8 months ago

Unfortunately, scars on the legs are usually permanent. Sometimes, scar revisions can be performed to soften them. Some lasers can be used to lighten them.

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