2mm punch scar on cheek. Can anything be done to make it less noticeable? (Photos)

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Went to dermatologist and they punched a pilomatricoma cyst draining it and leaving the cyst sac. Dermatologist packed wound, no stitches. I now have a 2mm punch scar and was wondering what can be done to make it less noticeable? Im starting to develop deep wrinkles around the punch site as well.

Rohit Seth, MD, MRCS(Ed), PhD · Answer

Thanks for the question. I have to say I do not agree with the treatment option you were given and what was carried out. In my opinion, leaving the sac makes no sense. Was it confirmed as a pilomatrixoma? if so then removing the whole thing in one go is advised and the wound close dwith stitches. The reason is, is you leave it to close as suggested, you end up with a wider scar and substandard result. I would suggest that you have the area reviewed and the wound excised and stitched close. The scar will replace what you have and once it has settled down, will be far less noticeable than what is currently present.Other aspects of treatment such as filler extra will not end up giving you the result you desire.I hope this is helpful BWRohit SethPlastic, reconstructive, aesthetic and hair transplant surgery

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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Kristine Brecht, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Facial scarring can be treated with microneedling and prp, to help the blend the scar. After the skin has healed over you may need a bit of filler.Choose an expert. Best. Dr Brecht

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