I had a mole excision done by way of punch and in time pigmentation returned and a bumps along the scar line. A laser was used to get rid of what came back and a month later I still have a dark bump at top right corner and the scar is indented and red. This is on my face and devastating. Do I have any options?
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Answer: This can be minimized by doing a combination of Vbeam and Resurfx laser treatments
I recommend getting an in-person formal evaluation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist. Moles can be removed with a laser, radiowave or shave. If there is any scarring or pigmentation following the removal, your dermatologist can treat those conditions as well. See an expert. Best, Dr....
Yoash R. Enzer, MD, FACS - Account Suspended says:
There are many products available to consurmers and that can be purchased on the internet which claim to remove moles and other facial growths. And I get it. Going to a doctor is expensive, there are often long waits, and if you have insurance, that can be a big hassle too.But many of us in de...
Do not worry - the black of the silver nitrate is its reaction with the skin.It will go away.It is used to stop bleeding. I don't usually use it on the face but that doesn't mean it is wrong to do so.I suggest that you keep a moist gauze over the open area. .No ointment - it can slow healing...