I have a scar on my lip because I cut it with a pair of scissors. It did heal but you can still see the outline of it

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I have a scar on my lip and it healed all the way but I still can see an outline of it

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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 hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Mitchel Goldman, MD · Answer

There are many ways to improve the look of scars. We usually need to combine a few methods to get the best results.Radiofrequency microneedling, fractionated laser resurfacing and or resurfacing with ResurFX  are all possibilities. Please consult a board-certified dermatologist who is an expert in scar removal so that your scar can be evaluated and the best treatment plan devised.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

The best treatment depends upon the location and severity of the scar. The red portion of the lip heals exquisitely well. Scar revision can be highly effective there. Scars on the non-red portion of the lip can be improved with laser resurfacing, dermabrasion or scar revision. Seek a consultation with a scar treatment expert. Best.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Scars can be improved with a combination approach of lasers, microneedling/prp, subcision and fillers. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Kristine Brecht, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Try good moisturizer to the lips and microneedling and prp into the lip line borders to help blend the line over time.
Dr Brecht 
Seattle, Wa

I have a scar on my lip because I cut it with a pair of scissors. It did heal but you can still see the outline of it

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