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Is CosmoDerm an Effective Treatment for Facial Scars?
asked 3 years ago by Stiletto3 in Haysville, KS
Latest answer by Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
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I read that CosmoDerm collagen injections are used for old acne scars. Does anyone know if a dermatologist would use this on a regular facial scar? It is a linear scar that is not raised, but rather indented, so I'm researching if CosmoDerm would "plump" the underlying tissue, leveling out the overall appearance. Any thoughts or prior similar experience? Thanks.
4 answers to Is CosmoDerm an Effective Treatment for Facial Scars?
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Yes but Hurry
Cosmoderm is a collagen based filler and is excellent for indented acne scars, smoker's lines, lip definition, and in skilled hands, crow's feet. It is a very good choice if you have a few scattered indented scars. Numerous scarring would impel one to seek a fractionated laser treatment.
Unlike fine lines, which are under the constant pull of muscles and lasts 4-6 months, acne scar treatment sports a duration of 9-12 months.
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Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
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Yes, fillers improve acne scars
CosmoDerm would improve the appearance of an indented acne scar. The hyaluronic acid-based fillers, like Restylane, may be better as they last longer than collagen does. I would not recommend using permanent or semi-permanent fillers, as the appearance of the face changes over time and as that happens your physician may need to adjust the injections. You certainly wouldn't want a lump in place of your scar.
Jordana Gilman, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
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Cosmoderm: an oldie but goodie!
Cosmoderm is a great choice for acne scars that are indented, and although this dermal filler, made from human collagen cell cultures, normally lasts only weeks in wrinkles, it does last much longer in scars.
I have been using it, and its predecessor, Zyderm, for 25 years. There are other safe options as well, so talk to a board certified dermatologist with lots of filler experience.
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Yes it certainly would although for only a few months
Cosmoderm definitely would plump up depressed scars but only for a few months. You may want a longer lasting filler such as Radiesse which lasts 1 yr or artefil which can last 5 yrs or longer. If the scar is bound down tightly then your doctor would need to subcise it first which means to undermine it with a needle or blade to free up the scar and create a pocket under the scar to put the filler material in.
