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What is the Best Treatment for a Surgery Scar on Knee?

I have an onld surgery scar on my knee and I do not want it to be so noticeable.

2 Doctor Answers | Asked by Newone in florida
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Scar revision

The scar has widened because of motion at the knee creating distracting forces on the scar edges. That will not change if you cut out the scar to make a new one as long as the knee moves. In fact it could make things worse. In my experience this is as good as it gets-sorry to say so. My response to your question/post does not represent formal medical advice or constitute a doctor patient relationship. You need to consult with i.e. personally see a board certified plastic surgeon in order... more
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Surgical scar and laser scar revision

Fractional co2 laser skin resurfacing may improve the texture of this scar. Scar revision is likely too risky for recurrence.

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