How Do You Remove Scars from Burn That is About 18 Years Old?

When I was about 4 years old, a big hole was dug up in our backyard and used to burn trash. One day I was raking leaves into the hole and suddenly fell in, with ashes still hot from the fire. Now parts of my left leg, left arm, and left butt have 3rd degree burns. I just want to know if there is any treatment available out there to remove or just lessen the appearance of my scars.

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Fractionated laser resurfacing for burn scars works great

Your pictures were very helpful and I am sorry to hear about the accident. The good news is that there has been tremendous progress in our ability to treat burn scars using fractionated laser technologies (i.e. Fraxel, Active or Deep FX, etc). By using these lasers to damage only a fraction of the skin, you stimulate the skin to remodel itself and in the process the scar. New collagen is produced and the texture will respond as well. I believe that you would have... more

Scar Removal

I recommend you see a BCAPS who works with a burn unit, and sees long term patients, and ask their advice on therapy.

Laser Treatments for Burn Scars?

Hi Moi. Yes, there is some hope for burn scars. recent research led in part by Dr. Jill Waibel has led to advancements in the revision of burn scars using fractional laser technology. Although we do not perform fractionated resurfacing for burn scars at our practice, we are aware of the developments in this area and would encourage you to seek out either Dr. Waibel or a local practitioner that has knowledge of the techniques she uses for burn scar revision. more