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When Can I Have Laser Scar Revision?

How long should you wait to try laser scar revision after a traumatic facial laceration? Laceration was on the skin just above the lip and it extends...

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Scar Revisions On Extended Tummy Tuck!

I researched and did my homework went to the Best Dr. here in the O.C. but I was left with really HIGH scar's in the back of my body I feel SO...

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5 Year Old Child and Scar Revision on Forehead - Now or Later? (photo)

My 5yo tripped and fell into a corner 8 months ago, splitting her forehead fairly deeply. We took her to the ER and she received 12 stitches. The...

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How Soon After a Breast Lift is Laser Scar Removal Ideal?

ALSO during the process of removing the scars, would this include scar tissue around the areolas?

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Cosmetic Surgery After an Appendectomy Recommended? Unhappy With The Swelling and Scarring? (photo)

Hi, I had an emergency appendectomy 3 months ago. The scar is 4 inches and the area above it, looks swollen. It feels like there is fluid or fatty...

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When Can I Expect My Cheek Scar's Redness to Fade?

Hi, i'm 20 years old caucasian guy. At my age 6 as a result of accident i had a scar on my cheek (1 inch and half long). I don't worry about...

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Will Laser Treatment Help Indented and Red Scar?

I have a red scar between my eyes from an injury 5 weeks ago. Also, it is indented. Will laser treatment help it fade? How long should I wait before...

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Scar Revison Surgery Before Power Assisted Lipo (PAL) OR Vise Versa?

I have a 6 inch scar that is about 2 cm thick above my belly button that seems to have a"caved in" look. It also gives me a "tummy...

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How Long is SOCIAL Downtime/redness for Light Electrosurgery for Edges of Dime Size Scar?

Just having the edges of my scar leveled. Just want to know how long i would have a red ring.

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