I'm 20 years old. I have several very deep chicken pox scars on my forehead. I got chicken pox when I was 2 years old. After 2 laser treatments 4 years ago and injections 2 years ago, it is still very noticeable. In January 2017, I got injection too. The results were better, but I am still not satisfied. Can excision gives better results? The two big scars in the middle of my forehead are the one I hate the most.
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Thank you for sharing your question. Though nothing replaces an in-person examination, after a year's time a surgical scar revision is likely your best option at obtaining a better result. One that leaves you with a fine line scar without the hyper pigmentation seen in your picture. See an A...
Jen. Physical exam would be helpful, but from your photo, you may benefit from a scar revision. The location of the scar is actually advantageous, because it can be excised, and the new scar positioned within the nasolabial fold, camouflaging it. You do run the risk of replacing it with an e...
In our office, we start with Plato's Scar Serum and Melarase PM for dark scars followed by q switch laser to help reduce pigmentation. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles