Can Fraxel Laser Be Used on Raised Keloid Scars Effectively?

asked 2 years ago by emwells
Latest answer by Monika Kiripolsky, MD
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Tags: chest, keloid scar, scar, skin, sun damage

I have scars on my chest region from a case of sun poisoning that I had as a teenager. Unfortunately, I have keloid skin and I've attempted to have them removed, but it was unsuccessful.

3 answers to Can Fraxel Laser Be Used on Raised Keloid Scars Effectively?

Fraxel Re:Pair and keloid scarring

This is a great question. Let me preface my response by saying . . . please consult with a board-certified physician, who is well-trained in using lasers and can evaluate the particular scar to which you are referring, before deciding upon whether or not this treatment is appropriate for you. In my experience, fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing (ie. Fraxel Re:pair or Active/Deep FX) actually can improve the appearance of a keloid or hypertrophic scar (if performed... more

Monika Kiripolsky, MD
San Diego Dermatologic Surgeon

Fraxel laser and keloids

The Fraxel Re:pair and Re:store lasers do not penetrate deeply enough to treat the depth of the keloid. In fact, if it did, it might stimulate more collagen production in the keloid and make it worse. Excision (surgical removal) could make it worse too, but often corticosteroids are injected in the scar repeatedly after surgery to decrease the chance of it recurring.

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

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