Kenolog injections, Vbeam, and Pico Laser for a keloid scars. What else can I do to treat them? (Photo)

Hi! Dr. Peterson here —
Keloids are an overgrowth of scar tissue that happens when your body produces too much collagen during healing. They can be very stubborn, especially after procedures like liposuction. Typical treatments include: • Corticosteroid injections (Kenalog) • Laser therapy (Vbeam, Pico) • Silicone sheets or gels • Pressure therapy or compression garments
Since you’ve been doing injections for a year and lasers for 6 months without improvement, it may be time to consult a keloid specialist. In some cases, keloids need to be surgically removed and then treated immediately with superficial radiation, often coordinated between a dermatologist and a radiation oncologist experienced in scar management.
Keloids are tricky, and success usually comes from a multifaceted approach tailored to your specific scar and skin type, so seeing an expert is the best next step.