Treatment for Deep Leg Scar?

asked 3 years ago by bhelle in UA?E
Latest answer by David Bogue, MD
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I have a deep and very bad scar on my leg, which I had since childhood. I had chemical peel and laser but it still won't go. What are my other options?

5 answers to Treatment for Deep Leg Scar?

Options for Scar Revision

There are many treatments for scars but they vary in range from superficial treatments (lasers, chemical peels, dermabrasion) to actual removal and reorientation of tissue for treatment. Depending on the severity of the scar and the involved area, surgical treatments range from simply cutting out the scar and closing the wound with stitches to bringing in healthy, non-scarred tissue from another part of your body (ie- local and free flaps). When scars are deep, it is often a result of a... more

David Bogue, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

Scar Revision

Large or wide scars are frequently best treated by scar revision. In really long or involved scars this can be done in stages. Get a good evaluation so your options can be presented to you. Best Regards.

John P. Di Saia, MD
Orange Plastic Surgeon

Deep Leg Scar Treatment

Hi Bhelle, The type of treatment we would suggest depends on what type of scar you have. There are pigmented scars and textured scars. For textured (bumpy, indented) there are several options: Surgical Revision Fractionated Laser Resurfacing Steroid Injections For Pigmented Scars Q-Switched Lasers Hydroquinone Bleaching Products There is not necessarily one "best" treatment, but rather several options. Get several opinions on what might work best for you and use this... more

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Scar revision should be multidisciplinary

Scar revision is a common procedure to reduce the appearance of scars on the body. Scars can have contour irregularity, loss of pigment, excessive pigment, and concomitant deformity. Scar revision can be performed by a combination of observation, topical creams, chemical peels, injection of TAC, silicone sheeting, dermabrasion, laser, and surgery. I routinely perform scar revision on patients with scars as a result of trauma, surgery, acne, and inflammation. Patients typically notice... more

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

There are a variety of treatments for scars

There are several approaches to treating a scar. The goal is to improve the appearance as much as possible, and to minimize any symptoms that you have, such as itching or tenderness. Laser treatments can improve the color and texture. Injections of cortisone can help to shrink the tissue of large raised scars. Indented scars may improve with microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and/or filler injections. Most treatments for scars result in gradual but noticeable improvement. However, there is... more

Jordana Gilman, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon

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