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How to Remove Scars? 18 answers

I have lots of skin scars. what's best for getting rid of scars?
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Collagen Injections for Facial Scars? 11 answers

Can collagen injections work on facial scars such as chicken pox scars?  The old pock marks really bother me.
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Best Method for Dog Bite Scar Removal? 11 answers

I have a couple of noticable scars on my face. I want to know what is the MOST effective (with long-term results) way to reduce them. I'm looking...
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Can I Remove Scars on my Legs with a Chemical Peel? 9 answers

I have a lot of scars on my legs and because of that I'm unable to wear shorts or skirts. What can i do to remove these scars and can Chemical Peel be...
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What Can Be Done for White Scars? 9 answers

Is there anything than can be done to correct white scars that are lighter than my skin color?
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How Can I Get Rid of Old Scars? 9 answers

Can an old scar be removed? I had a surgical operation when I was 6 years old in my tummy and now I am 23 years old. The scar on my tummy is about 5...
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Scar Revision or Liposuction After Full Tummy Tuck 9 answers

How early can I have my scar lowered or get liposuction on my stomach after a full tummy tuck? I am 6 months out of surgery and unhappy with the...
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Best Hypertrophic Scar Treatment? 8 answers

Basically, 2 years ago, I was playing football with friends, fell bad, and got this really bad "cut/gash" on my knee.It eventually turned...
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Do You Ever See 100% Removal of Tiny 'Pox' Scars with Dermabrasion or Fraxel? 8 answers

Fraxel re:pair and Fraxel re:store ?
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Will Fillers Help for Depressed Surgery Scar? 8 answers

I have a depressed facial scar with some large pores around it. The scar is on the cheek and was a surgical scar. I am considering a filler. Can this...
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What Laser Treatments Are There for Scars? 7 answers

My son has a scar from a dog bite, which bit him through the skin on his cheek. Is there a laser treatment that would reduce the scar?
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How Much Does Laser Scar Removal Cost? 6 answers

I need a laser scar removal. How much does it cost? Does this really work? How do I make a consultation? My scar is on my leg and on my knees. The...
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How to Get Rid of Dark Purple and Raised Scar? 6 answers

About 2 1/2 months ago, I grazed my leg but really badly, the wound was surprisingly deep. It healed after 2/3 weeks but I knocked it again and the...
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Scar Revision for 7-inch Scar from Car Accident? 6 answers

I have about a 7-inch scar on the underside of my forearm, do you think I would benefit from scar revision? It is from a car accident Aug. 2009. This...
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Options for Removing a Hypertrophic Scar? 6 answers

I had a major surgery 11 months ago to removed a tumor from my pancreas Two months after the surgery, I developed a thick and bulky scar. I went to...
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Subcision After Restylane? 6 answers

I would like to get scar subcision done, but was wondering if I can get it about a month after a Restylane injection? Would the filler make subcision...
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Can a Scar from Heart Surgery Be Made Smaller? 6 answers

I had heart surgery last April. I'm 42 years old and the scar is small from the top but huge at the bottom. What can be done to minimize this scar and...
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Can Silicone Gel Pads Flatten Raised Scar Tissue? 5 answers

I have a scar on my chin. I had skin cancer removed. The scar looks to have stretched a litle in the middle and the sides are raised a little making...
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Nonsurgical Treatment of Forehead Scar? 5 answers

I have a scar on my forehead that runs from my hair line to between my eyebrows. It is red, wide, and slightly indented. Are there any nonsurgical...
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How to Remove Dent from Nose Piercing? 5 answers

This summer I got my nose pierced and now there is a dent! I regret doing it and took it out that night. It has healed and I have been putting on over...
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Fraxel Restore or Fraxel Repair for Facial Scar Treatment? 5 answers

I am 30 years old, 15 years ago I had terrible accident hence post-surgery scars on my face. My main aim is to make these scars look smaller. I have...
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Scar Reduction for Growing Scalp Scar? 5 answers

I have a scar forming across the back of my head and would like to minimize the growth of the scar. What treatment or procedure should I seek?
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Ingrown Hairs - Caused Horrible Scars on my Legs 5 answers

I have had ingrown hairs on my legs for the last 3 years. This has caused me to (stupidly) pick them and scratch them. This has left horrible scars on...
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Can I Have Dematofibromas and Scar Removal Advice? 5 answers

I have two dermatofibromas on my lower leg. My dermatologist said just leave them alone. They are each a little smaller than a dime, brownish red,...
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Can Old Scars from Teen Years Be Removed? 5 answers

Example: a scar from a bike accident. I cant wear shorts because of these scars
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Best Laser Treatment for Hyperpigmented Scars? 5 answers

I have tan-colored hyperpigmented scars from a surgery done many years ago. What would be the best scar laser treatment to fade them?
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Procedure for Improving Brown and Red Scars on Breast and Armpits? 5 answers

I have surgical scars on my breast after a breast reduction surgery and I also have surgical scars under my armpits. Is there any procedure that can...
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Scar removal without surgery 5 answers

Had Scar on rightside of face, Can I use any product like silicon sheeting for treating my scar as can be seen in my photo or suggest any useful...
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How to Remove Old Insect Bite Scars on Legs? 4 answers

I have old scars in my legs caused by insect bites. I'm terribly uncomfortable to go to the beach. What can I do? Please help me, I want be free from...
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Lip Line Scar Treatment Options 4 answers

I collided with my friends Golden Retriever (don't ask) And it put my teeth through my bottom lip. I have a large ball of scar tissue on the inside,...
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Options for Abdominal Surgery Scar Revision? 4 answers

What options are available for scar revision or would a Mini Tummy Tuck work on my scars? I had childhood leukemia and nearly died. I had to have...
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Scar Removal or Fading After Mole Removal on Chest? 4 answers

I have a scar on my chest from a mole that I had tried to remove using BIO-T. The mark that is left now is about three or 4 times the size of the...
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Child Facial Scar - What Laser Helps Reduce Appearance? 4 answers

My daughter has two facial scars from accidents. She is only 10 years old, but being a girl, with her self-conscious years ahead, I thought she...
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How Long Should I Usually Use Epi-Derm Scar Sheets? 4 answers

I am using Biodermis Epi-Derm sheets recommended by my doctor for my Tummy Tuck scar. He says I will need to wear them for 6-9 months. This seems to...
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Best Way to Minimize Developing Scar? 4 answers

My 3-year-old daughter has had her third facial laceration on her left eye, above her eyebrow. The first doctor told us to apply neosporin on the...
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Removal Options for Large Scar on Knee? 4 answers

I have a large circular scar on my knee which is 10 years old. The scar is deep, takes up 1/3 of my knee and is from an unhappy period in my life. I...
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Improving Depressed Scars and Fat Atrophy from Steroid Injections? 4 answers

I'm 30 y.o. female who received 3 Dexamethasone shots in my bum after wisdom tooth extraction approx 3-4mos ago. I developed very large, deep...
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Will Silicon Products Help an Old, Deep Burn Scar? 4 answers

Are silicone products, such as SCARprin, best for a burn scar? If not, what else might help this typ of scar?
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Options to Remove an Eyebrow Piercing Scar? 4 answers

I've done scar revision for my eyebrow piercing scar using the cut and stitch procedure. However, the scar worsened and became deeper and longer than...
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Doctor Recommended Scar Cream? 4 answers

What scar cream or product would you lovely doctors on realself recommend? Anything out there that actually works to reduce the size, thickness,...
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Treating Dent Scar from Injection on a 2 Year Old? 4 answers

My 2 year old son recently had to have a steroid injection. Several weeks later, we noticed a large indent at the injection site. Upon doing several...
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What is the Best Option for Keloid Scar Removal? 4 answers

I have scars from a breast augmentation several years ago. After some research, I have found that they may be called keloid scars. What is the best...
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Is There a Treatment That Gets Rid of Piercing Scars on the Face? 4 answers

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Ice Pick Scar Removal for Latino Skin? 4 answers

I am a 26-year-old Latino male with ice pick scars in my left and right cheeks. Which treatment would be the best for my skin type? I have olive skin.
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Who to Ask in Getting Evaluation for Scar Revision? 4 answers

I have alot of scars all over my body. I'm kinda nervous. I want to talk to someone about it, explain it to me. How much pain will there be and the...
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Ointment for Scar from Tricophytic Brow Lift? 4 answers

I'm nervous about the scar healing following a Tricophytic brow lift. Surgeons, do you have suggestions for types of ointments to use after the scar...
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Best Scar Removal Cream for Black Spots on Legs? 3 answers

I have a lot of scars on my legs since I was 14. There are black spots all over my legs and I can't show them. Which is the best scar removal...
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How Can I Get Rid of Bug Bite Scars? 3 answers

When i was a child i was biten by mosquitos or ants and the bites became sores i had very sensitive skin and these bites became scars. it has been my...
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Best Way to Remove White Scar? 3 answers

I have a scar from a wound, which regretfully I did not get it stitched. It has left a round, white scar on my chin. Would I need a surgical scar...
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How to Remove Stitch Impressions? 3 answers

I cut my hand by blade 5 months ago. After that, the doctor stitched it and now I want to remove the stitches impression. Please suggest how it could...
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How to Reduce Cutting Scars from Self Harm? 3 answers

I have scars from cutting. Is there any recommended treatment? Its embarassing that I did it to myself and now I just want to feel normal.
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Forehead Scar Treatment for a Child 3 answers

My 1-year-old daughter ran into a corner and slit her forehead. It is a straight cut and the ER glued it shut. I've heard, and now just read, that...
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How to Remove Curling Iron Burn Scar on Forehead? 3 answers

About 7 months ago, I had burned myself with a curling iron in the middle of my forehead. i hate the scar so much, i would like to get it removed. Are...
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Can Scar Revision Lower Down Abdominal Scar? 3 answers

Can my scar be lowered? And how low? Would it be worth the revision? I am 4 months out of surgery and am very unhappy with my scar. I asked my doctor...
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How to Remove or Improve Facial Scar on 2 Year Old? 3 answers

My 2 year old daughter fell on a toy with a sharp edge 4 weeks ago. It was deep but I didn't take her to the ER because it stopped bleeding after 5...
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Can Keloids Be Softened, Flattened, or Removed with Glycolic Acid? 3 answers

I want to reduce a 9 year old keloid on my chest that is about an inch long. I've had good results from using glycolic acid on my acne, so I'm...
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Scar Revision for Under Eye Scar from Accident? 3 answers

Hello, I had a bike accident in May. I now have two scars now, one from about ten stitches over my eyebrow and one from an avulsion on my cheek that...
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How to Reduce Scarring from Piercings? 3 answers

I have snake bite piercings (two piercings under the lip resembling 'snake bites'). I have had my snake bites for about 4 months now and want to...
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Do Silicone Sheets for Scars Work? 3 answers

Have you ever heard of silicone sheets for scars and do you think they work? Thanks!
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Best Treatment for Hypertrophic Acne Scars? 3 answers

My skin can best be described as "lumpy", with hypertrophic acne scars covering most of my face. I am a Caucasian female, 41. The scars...
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Filler for Burn Scars? 3 answers

I need answers about fillers for deep depressions around thighs, nose, arms, and leg. I was in house fire 7 years ago and have depressions needing to...
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Bleaching or Other Products to Heal Scar on Forehead? 3 answers

I was punched in the top of my head. It was just above the eyebrow. I had to get eight stiches. That was about two months ago. It left a reddish pink...
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What Can Minimize Post Surgery Scar? 3 answers

I'm getting ready to have Thyroid surgery. What can I do or what can I ask my surgeon to do to help the scar heal quickly or not be as noticeable?
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How to Flatten Keloid Scars from Biopsy Incision? 3 answers

I have a Keloid from me having a biopsy. I was wondering if you have any recommendations as to how it can be flattened out instead of being on top of...
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Cheek Scar Removal from Pitbull Attack 3 answers

I have been living with my scar for 5 years now, it was inflicted upon me by my pitbull, he was trying to attack me. If you look close you can see the...
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Excision Best for Deep Insect Bite Scar? 3 answers

I have a deep scar from an insect bite. It's almost 5 months now. I consulted a dermatologist and plastic surgeon, both are of the opinion that it...
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Is Laser Surgery on Hypertrophic Scars Recommended? 3 answers

I have a red, raised scar on my chin (partially faded) and I was wondering if it's recommended to have Laser treatment and if so what are the side...
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Hot Water and Pressure to Reduce a Keloid? 3 answers

If I apply hot water and pressure to a developing keloid scar, will it reduce the scar?
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Is Micropigmentation for Scar Revision Effective? 3 answers

I had a knee injury over a year and a half ago. Shattered my patella in 3 pieces. As a result, I have a white flat and flush with the rest of my...
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What Can Be Done for Uneven Alar Base Scar After Rhinoplasty? 3 answers

I am happy with my Rhinoplasty, except for a wicked jagged scar on one side. The other side is perfect. I had this procedure 4 years ago; the scar...
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Best Scar Revision Technique for 7 Yr Old Scar on the Nose? 3 answers

One plastic surgeon has recommended a zig-zag revision as an optical illusion. The scar runs fairly straight down her nose. Is this standard and/or...
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Juvederm for Second Scar Revision on Forehead? 3 answers

Years ago, I had a revision procedure performed on a couple of old chicken pox scars located on my forehead but unfortunately had less than 'ideal'...
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Most Effective Way to Reduce Facial Scar? 3 answers

What is the most effective method to permanently reduce the appearance of a facial scar?
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Insurance Coverage for Constantly Itching and Inflammed Scars? 3 answers

I have numerous small dot scars on my legs and arms. I have used Scar Zone which has helped on my arms. But I believe I have way too many scars on...
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How Much Does Scar Removal Cost? 3 answers

How much does scar removal surgery cost? I just need some ballpark pricing info. Thank you!
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Most Effective/ Aggressive Course of Treatment for Rolling Scars 3 answers

I've already undergone two full face dermabrasion sessions a year of healing time in between the two, over 3 years ago. My scarring would be...
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When to Consider Cosmetic Treatment for New Scars? 3 answers

I recently had a fall which resulted in a scar right below the nose the size of almost 1cm in diameter. It's been almost a month and a red, raised...
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Best method to treat depressed scar? 3 answers

Hello, my question is, what method is the right one to treat the depressed scar on upper lip shown in the attachment and what i have probably to spend...
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Subcision for Bound Down Scars - Best Done by a Dermatologist? 3 answers

Hello I have two bound down scars that I feel certain would benefit from subcision. It is adhered to the tissue beneath, and because the scar is in an...
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Solution for Dark Mosquito Bite Scars on Legs? 2 answers

I came from the Philippines and as a child, I itched and scratched my mosquito bites, which resulted to many scars mainly on my legs. I have huge dark...
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Possible to Remove the Scarring from Belly Button Piercing? 2 answers

I have a large scar from a few attempts at belly button piercings. Two of them forced themselves out and the last one was pierced behind the scarring,...
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How to Fix Hypertrophic Scar from Shingles? 2 answers

About 7 years ago, I got shingles on the side of my face. After they went away, I was left with what appears to be, a hypertrophic scar (red and...
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How to Treat Keratosis Pilaris Scars? 2 answers

I have scars on my upper arms caused by keratosis pilaris and/or acne. They are several dark brown spots. What is the best scar removal method to...
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Silicone Gel Sheets or Liquid Gel for Keloid Scars? 2 answers

I have two scars on my chest that were diagnosed to be of the keloid scar family. One is the size of a tic tac and I have received cortisone...
before chest keloid scar

Subcision After Fillers? 2 answers

I have one depressed scar from a skin lesion excision. I have had dermal fillers (Restylane/Perlane) placed under the scar. Intially, there were good...
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How to Fix Dent Scar on Nose? 2 answers

I had a red dot removed from the tip of my nose and now I have a round dent instead. My derm doctor wants me to wait 6 months before we talk about...
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Scar Removal Options for Old Surgery Scar? 2 answers

Can anything be done to minimize the appearance of large scar my stomach from when I was an infant and had surgery on my stomach? I have been...
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Improving Dog Bite Scar on Face of a Two Year Old? 2 answers

My 2-year-old daughter was bitten by a dog 4 months ago. He punctured a tiny hole in the valley between her nose and cheek. Based on size, location...
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Treatment for Facial Chicken Pox Scars? 2 answers

What is the best treatment for depressed facial chickenpox scars in adults? How long after their formation is the best time to seek treatment?
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Help with Scar on Baby's Face from C-section? 2 answers

My daughter was cut on her face during my C-section. The scar looks inside out (under the skin). What can be done to lessen the appearance? Can I bill...
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Cortisone Injection for Hypertrophic Scars? 2 answers

Is cortisone injection good for 8 year old hypertrophic scars?
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What is the Best Treatment for Boxcar Scars? 2 answers

I have old pitted acne scars on my cheeks. I've used Merderma, Microdermabrasion and had Chemical peels but the scars are still there. From what I've...
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How Long Will It Take for my Indented Facial Scar to Heal? 2 answers

I had skin cancer cut out of my upper lip approx 9 months ago which has left an indented scar running straight down from under my nose to my upper lip...
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Scar Treatment Options Following Skin Graft on Nose Tip? 2 answers

What's the most expedient and effective scar treatment following skin graft surgery (for basal cell removal) on nose tip?
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Scar Removal Doctor Recommendation 2 answers

My husband has scarring from 3 years ago on his face. He was scratched. One of the scars is faily noticeable, the others are depressed scars. We've...
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Can Scar Removal Remove All Types of Scars? 2 answers

I was in a car accident in Las Vegas and the glass shattered onto my legs. Now, I have keloids. Will scar removal help with this scar, or are there...
before keloid scar legs

Scar Revision Surgery to Lower Tummy Tuck Scar Worth It? 2 answers

I had a Tummy Tuck done 5 months ago and I'm unhappy with the placement of the TT scar. I had 4 children and now want to get back in shape but this...
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What is the Best Way to Lighten Dark Scars? 2 answers

I had undergone collage injections. The scars have flatten but the problem is the dark color. What can be done to lighten these scars?  
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How to Remove Contracture Scar on Nose? 2 answers

I have a contracture scar on my nose, how can i remove it? I've had this scar for 4 years and it's now beginning to really bother me. I have read on...
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Silicone Sheets for Raised Red Scar from BCG Injection? 2 answers

Hi, I am a 36-year-old Asian male who had BCG injection when I was a child. The injection left me with a raised red scar that stretches about 3 inches...
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Treatment for Hypopigmented Scars on Chest? 2 answers

I have several scars on my chest with hypopigmented areas. What is the best treatment to make the lightened parts darker again?
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How to Remove Indented Scars Left by Stitches? 2 answers

I had eye bag surgery about 16months ago. Although it looks much better now, but now i have a scar which disturbs me. It is a very fine line, bit...
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How to Best Get Rid of Scar on the Forehead? 2 answers

When I was 10 years old, I fell and bumped my head on a concrete wall.
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Suggestions for Improving Healing of Fresh Scar? 2 answers

My lower teeth went thru my lip and left a bumpy scar (4 weeks ago). I have the most recent picture of its healing. I had the stitches in for 5 days...
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Can Vertical Scar on Lip Be Removed? 2 answers

I have a vertical scar that starts on my lip and stops about an inch above it. It goes inwards and I have had it since I was 6 years old. Is it...
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Lip Paralysis After Scar Revision 2 answers

I had a scar under my lower lip revised 2 months ago. Since then, my smile has been lopsided, pulling up on the right side. My sugeon insists that he...
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Hair Implant into Head Scar? 2 answers

I have scars on my head. Can I implant hairs on them?
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Scar Revision for a 6 Year Old? 2 answers

Hi everyone. My 6 year old son had to get 3 stitches about 6 months ago near his cheek bone area. It is still pink and everytime he squints his eyes...
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Can an African American Get Scar Removal? 2 answers

Just really wanting to know because I have heard that some Laser treatments can cause the dark skin to have a difference in skin pigmentation. If I...
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What Are the Chances of Scarring After Subcision? 2 answers

I heard that there is a chance you can get additional scarring from subcision from the needle. What are the chances of this happening? How can I...
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Is Skin Needling One of the Less Invasive Acne Scar Treatments? 2 answers

I am 22 years old, and have been suffering from acne for years. The acne is now almost gone, but it has left some scars. I have been researching...
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Will Laser Treatments Be of Any Help with Indented Scars? 2 answers

I have a few indented acne scars on my cheeks. I have gotten 5 sessions of Laser Genesis and it has not done anything for me. I am scared to waste...
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Can a Dermatologist Fix Not Too Severe Light Scar? 2 answers

A scab on my forehead fell off about 7 months ago. Pink skin lied underneath. It's now a light red/brown but still noticeable. I'm due to meet with a...
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Scar Excision with Botox? 2 answers

Is it possible to have a very, very thin, and small linear hypertrophic scar (on my face) excised with the injection of Botox with a little chance of...
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Cosmetic Surgery for Removing Facial Scars? 2 answers

I have two scars (2 cms and 1 cm long) on each side of my upper lip. I am now considering going through cosmetic procedures to get rid of them. What...
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Why is It That a Scar Can Not Be Completely Removed? 2 answers

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Improving Minor Scar on Cheek? 2 answers

Hi, I have a scar on my face, a cut that goes from my sideburn to cheek. It's a light red line on the surface only. (If I run my finger along my...
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What Type of Specialist Should I See for Scar Removal? 2 answers

I had a car accident 14 years ago and am left with a scar on my forehead. It bothers me. Where can I go to get rid of it? What kind of doctor is good...
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Is It Possible to Get Rid of a Chest Surgery Scar? 2 answers

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Scar Removal with Least Required Downtime? 2 answers

I have several scars on my chest. The pigmentation of these circular scars is lighter than my olive skin tone. I cannot afford down time and need to...
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Treatment for Scar from Blackhead? 2 answers

What is the best way to remove a scar from a blackhead? I scraped it and now it has gotten pretty dark.
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Revision for Thick and Raised Breast Lift Scar? 2 answers

I had a breast lift and breast augmentation one year ago, but I still have a little thick, raised scar on the side of my breasts. Can an old raised...
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How to Remove Jagged Surgery Scars? 2 answers

I have horrible scarring from multiple open heart surgeries it looks jagged and webbed I hate it. What can I do? Can I get it repaired?
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What Can Be Done About Scars from Chemical Peel? 2 answers

I've scars on my face from chemical peels. I also have discoloration and freckle. How can I have clean looking face?
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Can a Scar on the Under Eye Area Be Removed? 2 answers

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Will Laser Scar Removal Affect my Ovaries? 2 answers

When i was 16 yrs old .. i had a ovarian cyst removal surgery which left an ugly scar in my abdomen .. so m thinkinn to do a laser to remve ths scar ....
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White Surgical Scar on Stomach 2 answers

I had surgery to remove tumor...all clear now, but am left with white scar. Scar is very flat, about 6 inches long on my stomach around my belly...
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Hot Water Scar 2 answers

I got burnt by hot water when I was young.  I got surgery and it left me with a scar.  What can I do to remove it?  
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How to Remove Cheek Indents Due to Piercings? 1 answer

I had my cheeks pierced for four years, and took them out about six months ago. The holes have now closed, but the indents are still very deep and I...
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How to Remove Dark Spot from Silver Piercing? 1 answer

I had a nose piercing and unfortunately made the mistake of wearing silver stud. It oxidized and now that I've taken out the ring, there is a dark...
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Removing Scar from Lip Piercing? 1 answer

I just took out my lip piercing last year and I have a scar, not a normal scar though. My scar looks like there's a hole in my lip because there is...
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Treatment for a Depressed Scar? 1 answer

A scab around 5mm came off of my face and caused a depressed scar, as seen on the photo. What is the best treatment that can remove such scar? I would...
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Needling, Dermabrasion, or Fillers for Scar Under Eyebrow? 1 answer

I have a "depressed" or "indented" type of scar under my right eyebrow. I'm wondering if the procedure called skin needling would...
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Nail Scratch Scar Treatment on 4-year-old's Face? 1 answer

My son was scratched on the face at school 8 months ago. It left him with a long red slightly indented scar. I will do anything to improve its...
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Can Hair Grow Back over Scars? 1 answer

I have had surgery on my head for ingrown hairs. I have a couple big scars on my head. Will the hair grow back?
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Best Whitening Cream for Dark Scars? 1 answer

I scratch and peel my wounds. It's a bad habit, and I now have scars everywhere like dark spots on arms and legs. What would be the best cream to...
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Possible to Have Vertical C-section Scar Revised to Bikini Line? 1 answer

I had my first child vertical c-section in 2002 bacause of placenta previa. For my second child in 2007 my scar was then again reopened.I  have...
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Cosmetic Surgery an Option for Discoid Lupus Scars? 1 answer

I have discoid lupus and want to know if cosmetic surgery is an option? I would like to have something done about facial scarring caused by discoid...
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Best Topical Cream for Darks Scars on Legs? 1 answer

I scratch and peel my wounds--its a bad habit and now I have dark spots everywhere on my legs. What would be the best cream to remove those scars as...
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Is It Possible to Completely Remove Chicken Pox Scars on the Face? 1 answer

Sir, I had chicken pox when I was 11. Now I'm 22, there are 6 chicken pox scars on my face. Can you please tell me, is there any way to completely...
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Thyroid Surgery Scar Treatment? 1 answer

My scar is hypertrophic. Now it’s 5 months postop but it still thickened and have an uneven surface. It’s still changing and not for...
before surgery scar

Removal for Dark Scars Left by Folliculitis? 1 answer

I am a 25-year-old Asian male who has been diagnosed with folliculitis on my neck. I do not shave my neck, but get large pimple-like bumps that will...
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Best Laser Treatment for Leg Scars? 1 answer

I have a lot of scars in legs and knees. Can Laser surgery remove this?
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Scar Treatment After Removing Stitches 1 answer

I recently had a small accident that required 9 stitches between my upper lip and nose (mustache area). The stitches were removed a week ago. In terms...
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Best Way to Revise a Trapdoor Scar? 1 answer

On 1/06/09 I was bitten by a dog. It tore skin just to the right side of my chin leading up to my lip. The skin was barely hanging on. As of today...
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Cortisone Injection and Pulsed Dye Laser for Hypertrophic Scars? 1 answer

5FU or Cortisone injection and Pulsed dye laser for hypertrophic scars? I have three or four small 8-year-old hypertrophic scars on my cheek. Should I...
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Steroid Injections for Hard Lump Scar on the Forehead? 1 answer

A year ago (July 2008), my head was lacerated while wakeboarding. It left a 2 cm scar on my forehead above my right eye. Since it has healed and...
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How to Get Rid of a Nail Scratch Scar? 1 answer

I have a scar on my face from a nail scratch and it's been 3 months now. What can I do to get rid of it?
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Treatment for Chemical Burn Scar? 1 answer

I recently used Veet hair removal cream and have a chemical burn on my leg. I'm very self-conscious and was wondering, is there a scar removal...
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Reducing Hyperpigmentation from Burn Scars? 1 answer

Okay so I'm 17 years old and last summer, I was burned from hot oil on both of my arms. I had 2nd and some 3rd degree burns on a good portion of both...
after burn hyperpigmentation

Subcision for Depressed Scar on Nose Tip? 1 answer

Is Subcision an effective treatment for depressed scar on tip of the nose?
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Treatment for Dented Scar on Forehead? 1 answer

I have a dented scar on my forehead from a fall on a stone when I was 7 years old. I'm now am 21 years old and I can't hide it with make up. Which...
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Best Treatment for Depressed Hyperpigmented Facial Scar? 1 answer

I have a large depressed scar on my face that runs vertical from my temple to the top of my cheek bone. I have heard everything from Collagen...
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How to Prevent or Minimize Scarring After Dermabond? 1 answer

I just received an inch laceration on my forehead that was sealed using Dermabond. What can I do during the healing process to prevent or minimize...
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When Do Suture Marks Disappear After Scar Revision? 1 answer

What sould I do? I have read about a lot of diffrent time frames: 3-5, 4-6, even some 3-8 days for facial suture removal. Which instance fits my...
after

V-Tar for Scar Removal? 1 answer

I have a scar from a burn how long does it take to go completely away? Will V-tar help?
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Scar Removal Treatment for Dark Chicken Pox Scar? 1 answer

The pit doesn't bother me. It's not that deep, but the darkness of it bothers me, it looks kind of like a "beauty mark". I want to get rid...
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How to Remove a Stitch Scar on Eyebrow? 1 answer

I got stiches many years ago above my right eybrow that and the scar runs vertically. The scar seems to have gotten more noticeable as I get older. ...
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Hydroquinone for Leg Burn Scar? 1 answer

My leg was burnt 2 months ago. Can I use hydroquinone now, or shall I wait 6 months and then apply it? A friend of mine told me to wait 6 months but I...
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Will Silicone Gel Help Get Rid of Adult Circumcision Scar? 1 answer

I had a circumcision when I was 18. I'm now 23 and I still have some visible scarring of stitches. I was wondering, will a silicone-based gel will...
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Removing Scar from Navel Piercing? 1 answer

Is it possible to have a navel piercing scar/hole removed or closed? It has been out/ healed for years.
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Is This Scar from my Navel Piercing a Keloid? 1 answer

I'm wondering because I want to get it repierced but first, I want to know if it's a keloid or just hypertrophic scar so I can proceed to find methods...
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Scar Removal Options for Cigarette Burns? 1 answer

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Laser Surgery and Permanent Makeup to Remove Burn Scar? 1 answer

I have a deep burn scar that's over 14 years old on the left side of my face and neck (from cheek to neck). I went to a plastic surgeon and he said...
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Options for Belly Button Piercing Scar? 1 answer

I had a belly button piercing. Now I have a scar. What are my scar removal options. I have used a cream, but would like to see a medical professional,...
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Old Scar on my Leg. Contractubex Didn't Help Much. Help! 1 answer

Im 34 yrs old asian. Got into a car accident last 2009 and had a minor non-keloid scar on my lower leg. The scar is brown and also a bit dented. Tried...
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Best Scar Treatment for Dog Bites on Leg? 1 answer

Hi. I have scars all over my legs from dog bites. These are old scars, and I tried scarguard and it did not work. Is there an oil or treatment that I...
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Can Reconstructive Surgery Improve Scar Tissue on Lips? 1 answer

Four months ago, I tore my upper lip. The emergency doc said, "Lips heal by themselves". My lip did "heal", but there's a thick...
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Leg Scars and Spots Still Present After Peels 1 answer

I've had spots and scars on my legs since I was little. I had skin peels but they are still there. What can I use for scar removal?
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Options for Red Keloid Scar on Neck? 1 answer

I have a what my dermatologist calls a keloid scar on my neck, this was caused by an accidental, self-inflicted chemical burn. My scar has not grown...
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Bio-Oil on Stitch Scars? 1 answer

I got stitches on my hand for a cut 1 and a half year ago. Can I get rid of those stitch marks or atleast make them less visible with the use of...
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How to Remove Scar from Wart Removal? 1 answer

10 years ago, I had gone through removing warts electrically from my lips that produced 2 scars. One on my upper lip which is small on the left side,...
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Steroid Injection for Hypertrophic Scar? 1 answer

I am 24 yr old brown skin Indian girl having a hypertrophic scar on my jawline under my sideburn about 5 mm diameter red and looks like a boil for...
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Cream for Scars Caused by Mosquito Bites? 1 answer

Is there a best cream to remove scars on leg caused of mosquito bites?
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Scar Removal for Lip Scar? 1 answer

I have a scar on my lip, which is occured due to smoking, how do I get rid of it? Any scar removal options for this?
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Liquid Nitrogen for Keloid Treatment? 1 answer

I've been doing research regarding keloid scars. I have heard of injecting Liquid Nitrogen-scar surface is minimally injured while only the deep scar...
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How to Smoothen Scar Bump on the Lip? 1 answer

I had my lip pierced about two years ago. The woman who pierced it, actually pierced my bottom lip line. I now have a small white bump on my lip from...
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Treatment for Old, Hypopigmented, Depressed Scar? 1 answer

Can a 20 year old scar, which is now white (lost pigmentation) and somewhat depressed on the forehead be treated in any way to make it seem less...
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Slit Wrist Scar Removal Options 1 answer

Four months ago, I took a drug overdose and slit my left wrist. Thanks to a great therapist, I am doing much better emotionally. The slit wasn't too...
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Massaging to Get Rid of Scar Tissue? 1 answer

My 3 year old bumped her forehead on the window sill about 2 months ago. The skin was not broken, just bruised across her head in a thin 1 inch line....
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How to Get Rid of Scar from Skin Ulcer? 1 answer

I have a dark scar on my lower leg about 2x3 inches from a skin ulcer. Is there any way to get rid of it or at least reduce the appearance of it greatly?
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Scar Removal Products After Mole Removal? 1 answer

I have had a mole removed and it has left a dark patch on my skin. I think it's now a scar. Can you recommend any scar removal products to lighten...
after moles

Scar Revision Cost? 1 answer

How much does it cost to have a scar revision procedure done? Are prices different depending on where the scar is located?
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How Can I Get Rid of Dark Hyperpigmented Scars from Shaving my Buttocks? 1 answer

How can I get rid of dark hyperpigmented scars from shaving my buttocks? They've been here like for ever..... and they won't go away. Help?
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Fillers for Atrophic Scar on Chin? 1 answer

I have developed an atrophic scar from a corticosteroid injection. While I am waiting for it to resolve, is there a temporary dermal filler (like...
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Treatment for Vertical Scar on my Forehead? 1 answer

My scar is very visible because it goes vertically, and is right in the middle of my forehead. What scar removal treatment can I have to correct it?
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Treatment for Pock Mark Scars on Lower Legs? 1 answer

I have a lot of pock looking scars on my legs from picking when I was younger. It is very embarrassing and I can not wear shorts or skirts, etc. ...
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Prescription Cream for Facial Laceration Scar? 1 answer

What prescription cream can help diminish my facial laceration scar?
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Scar Treatment for 27 Year Old, 3rd Degree Burn Scars? 1 answer

I am 30 years old and was in a house fire when I was 3. I have third degree burns over my face arms and knees. I have had skin grafts but I am...
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What Can Be Done About Depressed Facial Scar? 1 answer

I've been using Tretenoin but seems doesn't work. I think it had worsen the scar. It has an active ingredient for producing more collagen on the skin....
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Best Scar Removal Treatment for Leg Scar? 1 answer

I have a noticeable scar approx. 5x3 cm on my right leg (in between my knees and foot) 23 years ago. What would be the best scar removal treatment can...
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Recommended Scar Removal for Toes After Surgery? 1 answer

I had surgery for bone spurs on my big toes a year ago and now have noticeable scars on each toe. I think they are like 1/4 inch long and half of that...
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What's the Proper Scar Removal Method to Clear my Legs? 1 answer

I wanna wear shorts and skirts since I was 12. I need help. Thanks.
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Scar Removal for Old Burn Scar? 1 answer

How do I get rid of an old scar on my arm from a burn?
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Use Triluma on Dark Areas of Scar Only? 1 answer

I have 3 scars on my leg. They are pink and around them are very dark. Should I use Triluma on the entire scar since triluma has bleaching properties...
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Best Time to Have Fraxel for Scar Removal After Surgery? 1 answer

There is a lot of conflicting advice on the Internet. Will the results be better the laser treatment for scar removal is done soon after surgery, or...
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Best Way to Improve Old Hypopigmented Burn Scar? 1 answer

I have a burn scar behind the right knee, and the skin there is loose and pink. The rest of the scar is on the lower leg, but the color is maybe two...
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Stitch Scar Removal After Thyroid Operation 1 answer

How can I remove the stitch marks caused after a thyroid operation?
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What Can Be Done About Indented Scars on Forehead? 1 answer

I had a staph infection 5 years ago that left 4 indented scars on my forehead. I had some laser treatments on them that did nothing. What can I do to...
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Will Indentation from Scratch Wound Remain? 1 answer

My 2 year old was scratched on his face. We kept it clean and let it heal. It has been a week and the scab is gone but looks indented and still...
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How to Remove Chemical Burn Scar on Nose? 1 answer

I have a scar in the end of my nose that is approximately 1/2cm in diameter that was caused by a chemical burn last November. Although it has filled...
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How to Get Rid of Dark, Insect Bite Spot? 1 answer

I need to know how to get rid of a stubborn dark spot on my cheek. it was caused by an insect bite, which cause trauma to the skin. I had 6 IPL...
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Getting Rid of Scar Below the Belly Button 1 answer

I have a zipper-like scar from my belly button down. I'm looking to get rid of this scar. Is there something that can be done?
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Product to Prevent Burn from Scarring? 1 answer

I had some severe 2nd degree burns on my arms, hands and face from a grease fire in my kitchen. I am healing and it happened about 5 weeks ago. My...
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How to Reduce Scar from Surgery Incision on Abdomen? 1 answer

I had two surgery for stricture in the intestine which later turned out to be Crohn's disease and hence unnecessary.  Now have one big horizonal...
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Treatment for Hyperpigmented Scar on Dark Skin? 1 answer

Hyperpigmented scar on nose from when I accidentally scrapped the tip of my nose. Is there a treatment you would recommend? It's been about 6 months...
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How to Get Rid of White Scar on Neck? 1 answer

I have an insicion scar from a lymph node biopsy 2 years ago. It's now a white indent on the left side of my neck. It also has white marks where the...
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Does Retin A Help in a 3 Months Scar Removal or to Fade Out? 1 answer

I got injected with fillers 3 months ago, got an injury then left scar on my cheek .Although the scar has improved i has nt gone yet.A part of it is...
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Fraxel or Profractional Treatment for Thin, White Scars? 1 answer

I'm a 20 year old female and a couple of years ago damaged by left thigh by using a razor. There are approximately 10 thin scars scattered across my...
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Best Laser Treatment to Remove Old Scars? 1 answer

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Mole Removal on Breast Before Breast Augmentation 1 answer

I had 2 moles removed one month ago. One is on my lower breast. They are both a half inch long and normal incision size. I have been massaging and...
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Erbium over Pixel Laser for Scars on Skin Type 4? 1 answer

I am skin type 4 (Pakistani). I have a few shallow scars on my cheeks (but my doctor says they are ice pick scars). He recommended I have the 'Erbium...
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Topical Cream for Redness in Hypertrophic Scar? 1 answer

Is there any kind of scar cream, like Scarprin or something, that specializes in getting rid of the redness in a hypertrohic scar?
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Cream for Burn Scar from Boiling Water? 1 answer

My daughter (9 years old) poured boild water from flask inadvertently. It was about 8 months ago. Now the white scar is still apear, though the color...
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How to Get Rid of Old Burn Scar on the Chest? 1 answer

Hi! I have a scar for the last 26 years from a burn. It is on chest area this quite a large area; the scar is raised. What are my options for getting...
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How to Get Rid of Bulging Scar on my Eyelid? 1 answer

I have a scar on my left eyelid as a result from a bad cut. This happened many years ago. The scarring started off looking alright but since then it...
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Removal of Old Scar on Nose? 1 answer

I have dog's nail scar on my nose which is 20 years old. Is there any scar removal method for this?
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Treatment for Reducing Scar While Healing? 1 answer

Twelve days ago, my 2 year old son was attacked by a dog and sustained severe lacerations to his left facial cheek. To reduce scarring, our Dr said to...
after healing

How to Improve Old and Deep Burn Scars? 1 answer

I am an African and was involved in a fire accident when I was 2 years old (27 years ago). I would describe my injury as a 3rd degree burn. I have a...
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How Can I Help Flatten Raised Bumps from a Recent Circumcision? 1 answer

HI, I was circumcised 5 weeks ago. The right side is fine and flat, but the scar line on the left is very red, raised and bumpy. Because the scar line...
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How to Fix Scarring After Blepharoplasty Stitches Split? 1 answer

My stitches split after Blepharoplasty and left a scar, what should I do? I had surgery about 3 months ago and the stitches have split leaving a scar....
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Will Cut on a Child Scar? 1 answer

I am Egyptian based in Dubai. My Daughter who is 1 year old had a cut of 1.5 cm long right above her right brow. We went to a plastic surgeon who...
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How to Fix Deep Chest Scar from Mole Removal? 1 answer

Hi, I have a three year old scar in the chest. I got the scar when my mole was removed three years ago, but the cut was deeper than the usual because...
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Can Scar Revision Work on Eyebrow Piercing Scar? 1 answer

The piercing on my eyebrow didn't heal well, so I took it out and let it close. What's left is an indentation about a quarter inch below my eye. Can a...
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Alternative to Epiceram Emulsion for Dog Bite Scar? 1 answer

I have sore, lumpy scars on the sides of my thumb as the result of a dog bite. The scars are now about three months old. I saw a dermatologist about a...
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Help with Hardening or Thickening of Dog Bite Scar 1 answer

My husband was bitten by a dog 2 weeks ago. He had a deep puncture wound. Is it normal to have hardening or thickening of the area (several inches...
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Best Treatment for Keloid Burn Scar on Hands? 1 answer

I have 10-year-old 2nd/3rd degree burn scars on my hands. Some skin specialists said that they are keloids. Is there any treatment for such scars? If...
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Treatment for Old, Long Cut Scar? 1 answer

I have 20-year-old cut scar on my face. I had it when I was 5 years old and it is 6 cm. long. Is there any treatment for it?
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Best Procedure to Minimize Forehead Scar Appearance? 1 answer

Sometimes, my forehead scar is bumpy and very noticeable. At other times, it is less noticeable and flat. My goal is for it to look flat in accordance...
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Can Applying Creams with Avocado Oil Help Remove Old Scars? 1 answer

I had some dark scars due to a skin allergy 5 years ago and want to remove them. The pharmacist recommended me Blckmores Vitamin E Cream which I want...
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Removal for Keloid on Ear? 1 answer

I have a keloid on my right ear the size of a cashew peanut. It happened from an ear piercing session. I permed my hair and kept perming and some of...
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Are Dents from Scar Revision Sutures Permanent? 1 answer

Is there anything I can do for 7 day suture marks? Are they permanent? Will the marks/puncture dots be permanent around a forehead scar (revisioned)...
after

Removal of Leg Scars from Skin Grafts? 1 answer

When I was 13 months old, I was burned with hot scalding water and got 3rd degree burns on both of my legs (knees down). They had to obviously do skin...
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How to Improve Scar Appearance After Revision? 1 answer

I have a bad scar on my columella due to an open Rhinoplasty a few years ago. I had to have a revision and the scar was slightly improved by excision...
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Is It Okay to Use Silicon Scar Sheets on Old Facial Acne Scar? 1 answer

Will it be effective? Can anything bad happen from using them? How does this work? Thanks!
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Best Scar Removal Product for Small White Scars? 1 answer

What is the best product out there to get rid of a tiny white scar my arm?
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Treatment for Deep, Rough Scars on the Knees? 1 answer

I have these deep scars on my knees, and they are so rough I have never worn any skirt or dress in my life. Can anything be done about it?
before deep knees

Options for Sun Damage, Hyperpigmentation and Scarring? 1 answer

I have horrible sun damage and skin pigmentation problems on my legs and arms. I am so embarrased by all this. I have been to local doctors who...
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Does Emu Oil for Scar Removal Effective? 1 answer

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Scar Removal on Belly Cost? 1 answer

I have about a 2-inch scar on my belly, right below my belly button. Around how much will this kind of scar cost to remove?
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Can Scarred Under Eye Skin Be Cut Out? 1 answer

I had a lower blepharoplasty in the past. However, I have skin under the eye that is scarred from burns. I have been told that lasers won't work on...
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How Can I Get Rid of Small Hypopigmented Scar on my Forearm? 1 answer

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How to Remove Scald Scar? 1 answer

Almost 22 years...
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How to Remove Scar from Permanent Lip Color? 1 answer

I had permanent lip color done two years ago. The technician went too deep and I was left with scars on my upper lip. To improve it (I do not know...
before lips raised

Conditions for Punch-excision and Elevation Scars Surgery? 1 answer

Are there required conditions in order to treat ice pick and boxcar scars with the punch-excision and elevation methods? Such as the depth of scars,...
before ice pick scar

Solution for Stiff Facial Scars After Injury? 1 answer

I was in a bike accident 4 weeks ago and injured my face, jaw, and teeth. Above my upper lip up to my nostril, a nickel sized piece of tissue was...
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Bleach After TCA Peel for Fresh Scars? 1 answer

Can I bleach my face after having a 10% TCA peel. Will it work for fresh scars? I've only had it on my cheeks where I have these scars that I've...
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Non-surgical Treatment to Fade Large, Raised Leg Scar? 1 answer

I have a large scar on my leg stretching my entire right thigh. I suffered a degloving injury in a bus accident nine years ago. Some sections are...
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Options to Get Rid of Spot Scar from Laser Treatment? 1 answer

I had laser treatment done for an age spot. The nurse missed the actual spot and lasered just under the spot. The laser left a burn that now is a dark...
age spots before burn dark

Subcision and Sculptra on Non-scarred Tissue? 1 answer

I have rolling and ice pick scars on the face. My doctor recommends subcision and Sculptra on the whole face rather than spot-treat each scar. What...
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Detaching Facial Adhesion Without It Reattaching? 1 answer

I have a scar on the side of my cheek as a result of a prior infection. This caused an inch scar to 'melt' down to the tissue below and create a dent...
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Scar Removal for Old Forehead Scar? 1 answer

Is it possible to remove a vertical forehead scar that is 50 years old?
before

What Product to Use for Dark Scars? 1 answer

I cut my wrist about 4 months ago and I would like to know what to use to reduce the marks. The scars are healed but I'm left with dark-colored skin...
before

How to Fix Scar from Attempted Scar Repair? 1 answer

It was an ice pick scar at first resulting from pimples. a plastic surgeon suggested to have it incised and sutured. now, i have three terrible dents...
after ice pick scar nose

How to Remove Scar if Unsure Whether It's Infected or Not? 1 answer

I attempted to remove a mole with a Wart and Mole Vanish cream bought off the Internet. However, mole removal was not successful and I am now left...
before hypertrophic moles redness

Is Scar Excision Failure Common? 1 answer

I have a deep ice pick scar on the front of my cheek, right under my cheek bone, that I want to get an excision on. I am of Korean descent. What...
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Doctors Specializing in Scar Revision? 1 answer

Can Dermatologist suture deep wounds and do small scar revision procedures?
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Scar Revision on Brown Skin? 1 answer

I want to have a scar revision done to my forehead that was due to an injury. There were stitchings but you can still see the wound scars. My skin is...
before

How to Lighten Scarred Elbow? 1 answer

I have olive skin but from scarring my elbows at a young age, my elbows are very dark compared to the rest of my skin. What can I do to make them much...
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Steroid Injections for Raised Scar? 1 answer

I had permanent make-up injected into a scar on my cheek to give it some color. It was a disaster. It was too dark and in the wrong spot. So, I've...
before

Procedure for Recurring Opening of Leg Scar? 1 answer

I have an old scar on my lower outer leg about 12 inches long. A few years ago, the scar opened up in small area and grew to be a hold about the size...
before legs

Complete Facial Scar Removal Possible? 1 answer

I have a scar on my left chin, about the size of half a dime. I have been wondering how to get rid of it without any one noticing I have gotten rid of...
before face

New Pink Scar After Revision? 1 answer

Is it true that after scar revision surgery, the new scar will be pink for some weeks. Why is that?
before

Topical Treatment to Remove Scar on Knee? 1 answer

I was running and then I slipped on ice and got a cut that's about 2 inches by 1, and I got it about a month ago. I started putting Prefer-on on it...
age 17 or under before female knees removal

Recommended Scar Removal Cream for Deep Scars? 1 answer

I had cut my hand by knife. After some days, I found deep scars can you help me? Can you please suggest any anti-scar cream which can make me get rid...
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Acne Scar with Multiple Skin Problems Treatment Options? 1 answer

I'd like to do something to make my acne scars less noticeable. What is recommended considering I: am East Indian (skin type 4); have vitiligo...
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Dermabrasion with Microdermabrasion for Deep and Shallow Scars? 1 answer

My dermatologist told me that since I have both, deep and shallow scars, he will have to carry out both Dermabrasion and Microdermabrasion. What do...
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Best Treatment for All Types of Scars? 1 answer

Hi, I'm a 30-year old from the Philippines. I am really eager to know what is the best treatment for all types of scars? I had 2 TCA Cross Method...
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How Do I Get Rid of or Shrink a Raised Scar? 1 answer

I had a piercing called a dermal anchor in my chest. It ended up rejecting and now I have a pea-shaped scar on my chest. It's raised and it's purple...
before chest raised

How to Treat Keloid on the Mustache? 1 answer

Whatis best way to treat Keloid located on mustache caused by injury to mole?
keloid scar male moles mustache

Tissue Adhesives to Prevent Scarring After Surgery? 1 answer

Would the newer tissue adhesives used for wound closure have any impact on reducing the incidence of both hypertrophic scarring and keloid formation...
before keloid scar plastic surgery

Can Scars from Stasis Leg Ulcers Be Removed? 1 answer

before legs

Possible to Remove Old Dog Bite Scar? 1 answer

Is it possible to remove a dog bite scar that is more than 10 years old?
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What Are Other Scar Removal Options for Dogbite Scars on Cheek? 1 answer

I was bit by a dog when I was three and over the last couple years, I have had cool touch laser, Restylane injections, and Fraxel lasers on my cheek....
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Fraxel or Traditional CO2 for Scar Removal? 1 answer

Is the Fraxel Repair (fractional) CO2 laser or a traditional (non-fractional) CO2 laser better for reducing scars?
before

How to Remove Old Surgical Scar on the Thigh? 1 answer

I had a car accident about 20 years ago. l had a fractured femur and after the operation, my thigh was badly scarred. The scar starts from the upper...
before knees thighs

Can You Still Get Rid of a Scar That Has Been Sunburnt? 1 answer

In 2008 I had my thyroid removed which left me with a huge scar.It was hypertropic and I received steroid injections for that which helped to a point...
before female hypertrophic sunburn

Can Stem Cellution Remove Scars Permanently? 1 answer

before permanent removal stem cell

Keloid Formation on a 3-year-old Child? 1 answer

My 3-year-old son suffered a dog bite on the side of his face about 1 month ago. He got multiple stitches on his cheek and also under the surface of...
before cheeks keloid scar

Treatment Options for Facial Scars? 1 answer

I have had chemical peels, on the scar but it still will not fade. A dermatologist told me that the scar cannot be cut out and stitched again, because...
before face

Effective Scar Removal Options for Large and Old Scars? 1 answer

I have quite a number of large scars on my legs that resulted from wounds I've had when I was young. I am now 50 yrs old. How can I get rid of them? ...
before

Next Option to Bleaching Creams for Facial Scar? 1 answer

I am a 17yr old female. I have PIH on my chin from a fixed drug reaction. This has been going on for about a year and 6 months. I discontinued the...
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Does Laser Scar Removal Mutate the Skin Cells and Cause Cancer? 1 answer

My face was accidentally scratched 10 years ago, and I have a 1cm and 3mm thick scar on my face. Will laser treatment for scar removal mutate...
before cancer face

Best Scar Removal Treatment for Old Scars? 1 answer

What is the best treatment for an old scar (more than 15 years)? I applied different kinds of creams but nothing changed. Can you help me sort it out?
before

How to Treat Multiple Scars on the Arms? 1 answer

I have multiple scars on both my forearms from when I would gouge at my skin. This would leave a sore and would end up as a scar. Is there anything...
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Treatment for Dark Neck Scars? 1 answer

I have hair growth on my neck and from using tweezers on them. There are small dark scars all over my neck. I'm so unhappy and depressed. What can help?
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Procedure for Fixing Facial Asymmetry Due to Trauma? 1 answer

Most information I've found relates to someone with facial trauma who is experiencing muscle atrophy, but i'm experiencing the opposite. The muscles...
asymmetry before face

Charity for Facial Scar Removal 1 answer

Can i receive free facial scar removal services anywhere?
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Alternative to Chemical Peel for Scar Treatment? 1 answer

Apart from Chemical Peels, what other options do I have to remove old scars on my leg? I've already talked to a doctor about it, but he suggested...
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Could This Be Swelling or Scarring? 1 answer

I was bit on the face by a dog. There is a scar from the tear duct down that's about an inch. The tissue on one side is still puffy and a bit hard. It...
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Extracting Black Heads Caused a Scarring on the Tip of my Nose? 1 answer

And know I have a deep dent on the tip that is not closing, is there a way to fill the hole? Is that an open pore or just scarring? Will the dent fill...
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How to Remove Nail Scratch Scar on Face

I am 30 years old and I recently had a nail scratch on my face. How can I remove that? Two months ago, my son scratch his nail on my face. Will it be...
age 25-34 before face nails permanent

What Can Be Done About Old White Scars on Legs?

I have scars on my legs which are 15 years old. They are like round white shiny scars and I cannot remove them by some cream. I cannot wear skirts and...
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Best Scar Removal Technique for Lumpy Lip Scar?

What would be the most most effective scar removal technique (best closure type to use) to achieve the best result for removal of lumpy scar on lower...
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Bio-oil Effective for Reducing Scars?

Is Bio-Oil an effective treatment to reduce the appearance of a scar? Or should I consider plastic surgery? I obtained a scar when I fell on a wooden...
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How to Reduce Thick Scar Tissue Under Forehead Wound?

I had my forehead cut completely through all the tissue with glass. Two years on, I have used silicone gel daily. On the surface the scars are not...
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Skin Graft Scar Removal Options and Cost for African Americans?

I have a 15-inch long, 6-inch wide skin graft scar on my left bicep caused by 2nd and 3rd degree road rash in a car accident. The donor site is my...
African American arms before costs removal skin

Scar Removal for Bad Staph Scars?

I've had staph for about 10 years, and it seems to be gone now, but I have really bad scars on my face, arms, and legs. I just want the ones on my...
age 35-44 arms before burn face legs skin

Possible to Remove 18-year-old Scar on Knee?

The old scar on my knee is round and quite dark and obvious. How will it be removed totally? What are the possible operations?
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What Can Be Done to Hide White and Brownish Scar?

Hi, I am a black skinned lady with old scars of over 20 years. They have a kind of white and brownish color. Please, which treatment can I use to at...
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Scar Removal Cream to Treat Facial Scar from Accident?

What's the best cream I can use for accident scars that started forming? I had the accident 2 months ago.
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What Do You Think of Sephyl?

What can you say about Sephyl? Is this better than other fillers? It has been recently approved by the FDA in Oct 2009 for acne and post-op scars.
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Treatment for Acne Scars on Legs?

I am a 22 year old female and used to pop out pores of pimples due to stress/anxiety. I had hair pimples on my legs. Now they are brownish scars....
age 18-24 before clogged pores female legs pimples

How to Remove Callous-like Scar on Lower Lip

I have a scar on my lower lip. It's hard (callous-like) and I pick at it with my teeth. I believe that it started out as a cold sore. The...
lips

Laser Treatment, Silicone Sheets, or Minor Surgery for Chest Scar?

Had a mole removed on my chest 6 years ago. After cortisone injections and lasering 5 years ago, I'm still self conscious with the way it looks. It's...
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How to Remove Dark Scars from Picking Scabs?

When I was younger, I would pick at my scabs and they would become black scars. I really want to know if there is anything that could help me?
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Best Treatment for Old Burn Scars on Brown Skin?

I have some old burn scars from when I was a little girl and would like to know what if anything can be done to lighten them or remove them. I am...
African American before brown hyperpigmentation legs skin

Green Peel for Hyperpigmented Burn Scar?

Three months ago, I had a burn on my arm from water steam, and it left a dark circle. Will Green Peeling help? Are there other scar removal options...
arms before hyperpigmentation

How to Get Rid of Bug Bite and Chicken Pox Scars on Legs?

I have scars on my legs from bug bites and chicken pox from when I was young. Are there any creams to get rid of the scars or any make up I can buy? I...
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Jawline Keloid Scar Treatments Covered by Insurance?

I have keloid scarring on both my left and right jawline. I am looking to begin keloid removal treatments with steroid injections and see how I...
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Herpes Scar Removal?

I am a 38 year old south Asian male. I have couple of 13 year old scar in my face. I am not sure about the origin, but could be from some form of...
age 35-44 Asian before face herpes male

How to Remove Cut Marks on Knees and Feet?

What can I do to remove the cut marks on my knee and feet? I am very unhappy with my scars. I don't have any confidence to wear skirt because I don't...
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Creams for Keloid Scarring on Nose from Pimples?

I have keloid scarring in the nose as a result of pimples. What creams should I apply to remove these? I don't want surgery.
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Scarring on White of the Eye?

Four months ago I had a brown spot removed from the white of the eye. My eye now has a red line in it where the excision was made, with blood vessels...
after eyes

Dermabrasion to Remove Scars from Inner Arms?

These cuts were done with a stanley knife. This was one time and never again. They are about 5-6 years old. I'm desperate to get rid of them . Please...
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Triluma or Dermabrasion to Fix Scars from TCA Peel Burns?

Is there anyway I can lighten this up? It's really bugging me. Will Dermabrasion help? How about Triluma? Please, are there any treatment that can...
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Is It Possible to Remove Old Facial Scar?

I have a scar in my face, just below my right eye. It looks like a cross, I hate it ! I am 30 years old and I felt all my life ashamed because of it...
age 25-34 before eyes face

Rejuveness for C-section Scar?

Can I use Rejuveness healing kit for C-section scar or other treatment? Please tell me what can use to enhance healing soon I'll have 2nd c-section......
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Best Product to Even out Scar Color?

I have a scar on my face. It is brown . It was from an accident. Is there any product that I can use to get even out the skin color on this scar ?
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Is Surgery Appropriate for a Leg Scar?

I have a 10yr old scar. I am light skin and have tried almost everything. It has a lil texture and color to it. what should i do? I have tried the...
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How to Remove or Camouflage Scar from Hair Transplant?

I had a Hair transplant many years ago and scar revision about 3 years ago. The scar is still red and is uneven in many areas (lower than the rest ...
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What is the Best Way to Reduce Deep Facial Scars?

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What Can I Use on my Daughter to Remove Scars?

She is 18 months and had second degree burns on face and stomach. the scabs have fallen off in the last couple days and her spots are still red. the...
abdomen after age 17 or under burn face female

What Solutions Are out There to Remove a Keloid Scar on Arm?

Back in 7th grade, I was messing around with my friends, we all thought it would be "cool" to give each other "smilies" (lighter...
arms before keloid scar

Is It Worth It to Undergo a Minor Scar Revision?

I was stitched up a little over a year ago, not by a plastic surgeon, unfortunately. The main concern is the indent that it makes. Since its near the...
before chin male

Palm Beach Keloid Treatment Doctor Recommendations

Can someone please recommend a doctor in Palm Beach County, Florida for Keloid treatement? I would prefer a treatment with radiation. Thank you!
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Best Treatment to Smooth out Scars on Knees?

I have scars on my knees from falling on tar when i was a kid. 3 yrs ago i had them revised. now they are like brown scars on the knee. any laser...
before knees

Autologous Platelet Concentrate Injection for Scars

Does it work? I would like to know if there are doctors &/or clinics here in the Bay Area that injects APC (Autologous Platelet Concentrate) for...
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Scar Removal Age Factor

I heard that the age factor is the main factor for the final outcome of a scar removal, I am 24 old and I think now is the time, I have one scar and...
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