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Treatment for Facial Chicken Pox Scars?

What is the best treatment for depressed facial chickenpox scars in adults? How long after their formation is the best time to seek treatment?

Asked 37 months ago by Peter Lubowic in London, UK
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Chicken pox scars

The best treatment for the scars depends on the size and depth of the scar. Some severe scars are best treated my excision while others will show marked improvement with ablative laser resurfacing treatment. The scars should be mature and pale in color before optimum therapy.
Gary Hall, MD
Kansas City Plastic Surgeon
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Best treatment for chicken pox scars

We agree with Dr. Hall and would suggest the following possible solutions:CO2 Laser ResurfacingErbium Laser ResurfacingExcision (surgical removal)DermabrasionGo to several consultations to get differing opinions for what might work best in your situation. Good luck.
Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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