My 2.5 year old daughter received an injury scar to her forehead last September. She received 3 chromic gut (not fast absorbing gut) dissolvable sutures that were in for 10 days before being removed in office. She has the cross hatch mark/railroad track mark prominently from one of the sutures in the form of a hypopigmented line going through the laceration scar. Looking for a provider with pediatric injury scar experience (laser, excision, etc.). Willing to travel, not concerned about cost.
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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...
This may likely be a burn blister and this should ultimately resolve. Use proper burn care to help reduce any longterm scarring.
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To treat scars from fingerpicking, it's indeed beneficial to keep your skin hydrated and moisturized. Here are a few steps you can follow:1. Cleanse the affected area with mild, fragrance-free soap and warm water to remove any dirt and bacteria.2. Apply a healing ointment or cream that promotes...