Can Fraxel Laser Remove Surgical Scars?

Can fraxel laser be used to treat abdominoplasty scars? Is there another type of laser that will diminish the scar? What is the best time frame for scar treatment after surgery?

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Fraxel Laser and Surgical Scars

Fraxel laser can certainly help improve the appearance of scars. Fraxel Dual, for example, has helped many patients with acne scarring. Scar tissue is basically made of the same collagen fibers that are present throughout your skin. However, these fibers have a very disorganized configuration which is why scar tissue is thicker than the rest of your skin. Fraxel Dual applies specific levels of laser energy which converts to heat energy beneath the skin at the dermal layer. This... more

Fraxel Laser Can Remove Surgical Scars

After a series of 2 to 4 Fraxel treatments, the cumulative cosmetic improvement is near more aggressive lasers, but unlike more aggressive lasers, redness and swelling eliminated within 2 to 4 days after each treatment. Fraxel is outstanding for fine wrinkles, mild skin laxity, irregular pigmentation, acne scars, surgical scars, enlarged pores, stretch marks, age spots and Rosacea. It can be used safely on the face, neck, hands, arms, and chest.

Options to Improve the Appearance of Scars

Yes, the Fraxel laser can be used to treat scars. The Fraxel laser does not remove scars, because scars are permanent. Scars are visible because of color and/or surface texture changes compared to the surrounding skin. Scar treatments or revisions are very individualized procedures that depend upon the appearance, characteristics, and size of the scar. Unfortunately, there are no medical or surgical treatments to remove scars completely. Abdominoplasty scars that are less desirable... more

Can Fraxel Laser Remove Surgical Scars?

I like to be careful with words like "remove" especially with scars. Fraxel may help soften this scar but I wouldn't expect a great deal of improvement. If the scar is raised I would reccomend injecting with kenalog. If it is red, I would treat with pulsed dye laser. Best, Dr. Malouf