I have been terribly burned from Ultherapy. Will the deep pits heal?

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Hi there :) What are the chances the deep pits will heal, please? Anything I can do to help it heal smoothly? I’ve been applying silicone sheets. If I’m left with the pits what treatments will help? Would TCA cross / 99% dichloroactic acid generate more collagen or degrade it and make the pits deeper? Thank you for your kind assistance!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist for after care. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield to promote healing. The scarring can be improved with lasers, subcision, fillers and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

Burns from any energy device is possible, but luckily does not occur often.  The silicone sheets are very helpful.  Some laser treatments can also help:  non-ablative fractionated  resurfacing helps to even out scars.  And fractionated ablative erbium can also help.  These are good to start at about 6-8 weeks after the injury.  May need a couple of treatments.  The TCA can also help it fill in.  It should get much better with time.

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