What would be the potential best case and worst case scenario of freezing this scar off? It is the size of a raisin and thick/raised. It is a few layers of skin deep. Will freezing it peel it off and leave a completely flat surface that is COMPLETELY flush with the surrounding skin? Is it possible that it will leave no detectable contour after? How does the liquid nitrogen know to only freeze and destroy the scar tissue? I will probably get a cosmetic tattoo over it after.
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Answer: Recommend doing a laser treatment such as Resurfx to help flatten the scar and reduce appearance.
Please go see a board-certified dermatologist to help you devise a plan for treating your scar.
As a general rule, hydroquinone is used to treat hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin) and not scars per se. As noted by another doctor, prolonged use of hydroquinone can actually...
It is impossible to fully answer your question without being able to see the scar. I recommend an in-person evaluation with a board-certified dermatologist to fully assess the area of concern.
As a general principle, there are many possible treatments for scars, including...
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...