Scar treatments using vascular laser

Natasha

Most fresh scars appear reddish in color as this is a sign of wound healing and new collagen production.  Sometimes this healing can be excessive and a hypertrophic or keloid scar can develop.  Without seeing a picture of your scar it would be difficult to comment on it.  This type of excessive healing or scar formation doesn't begin before 6 weeks from your injury.  Most likely you are healing normally.  In the event that you are forming scar tissue, vascular lasers such as KTP or pulse dye are very helpful when the scar is still in its red stages.  Once it matures and turns white, other lasers such as Fraxel work well to blend the scar with the surrounding skin.

Using mederma or silicone gel helps a fresh scar heal even faster lowering the risk for poor healing.  You can begin this immediately if you are concerned.  Consult with your plastic surgeon-dermatologist.

Good luck

Ran Rubinstein, MD

 It is hard to tell what the scar will finally look like, but most usually fade over time turn red initially and then become white afterwards.

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