If it is raised you could consider laser resurfacing but with dark skinned individuals the risk of complications is little more. I would excise your scar and close it possibly in a geometric fashion to break up a noticeable line and then consider resurfacing in less aggressive means. You can consider... more
Best laser treatment for scars on dark ethnic skin?
Very concerned about the little information on the internet about laser treatment on dark-skin individuals. As an individual who has brown skin, I am currently using Obagi products to tone and treat the skin prior to laser. As I have a slightly raised burn scar on my forehead (from the age of one - now 42 years old), can you please advise me of what your thoughts are with regards to treating this type of scar on dark skin.
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A: Very tough problem
The reason for little information is that dark skin individuals are very difficult to treat with lasers. There are some lasers which can be safely used on darker skinned individuals. What you describe though may not be best treated with a laser but may be best treated with other modalities such as dermabrasion... more
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