I'm a 29-year-old African American woman. I had VASER Liposelection and Laser Lipo in November, and I now have keloid scars and dark spots. What can my doctor and I do to correct these?
Answer: Skin after Vaser Hi, it is hard to assess without photos or in person examination but in the past, burns from the ultrasonic injury occurred rarely however with improvement in the newer Vaser equipment and change in technique, those issues are almost non-existent. One of the most common problems reported with liposuction include asymmetry skin discoloration. Fortunately, because we have many years of experience, even these problems are rare and will largely depend upon the patients, age, weight, and skin conditions prior to surgery. It is best to consult your plastic surgeon on additional procedures with your current aftercare, rest and treat your incisions well. Best of luck! #RealSelf100
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Skin after Vaser Hi, it is hard to assess without photos or in person examination but in the past, burns from the ultrasonic injury occurred rarely however with improvement in the newer Vaser equipment and change in technique, those issues are almost non-existent. One of the most common problems reported with liposuction include asymmetry skin discoloration. Fortunately, because we have many years of experience, even these problems are rare and will largely depend upon the patients, age, weight, and skin conditions prior to surgery. It is best to consult your plastic surgeon on additional procedures with your current aftercare, rest and treat your incisions well. Best of luck! #RealSelf100
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Answer: Keloid scars and hyperpigmentation
True keloid scars can be treated by a number of different procedures, including application of silicone, pressure, and injection of TAC. Hyperpigmentation can be improved with judicious use of cortisone based creams, topical retinoids, and prescription skin lighteners.
I would recommend the Melarase AM cream for hyperpigmentation.
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Answer: Keloid scars and hyperpigmentation
True keloid scars can be treated by a number of different procedures, including application of silicone, pressure, and injection of TAC. Hyperpigmentation can be improved with judicious use of cortisone based creams, topical retinoids, and prescription skin lighteners.
I would recommend the Melarase AM cream for hyperpigmentation.
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January 28, 2009
Answer: Aggressive approach is best for keloid scars Hi there, In my experience treating patients with your skin type for problem scars, taking an aggressive approach right off the bat is most likely to result in patient and doctor satisfaction. This would involve excision of the problem scar, repair using an alternative technique to that initially used, and topical treatment with silicone tape, Scarguard, or some other similar option. This almost always gives a significantly improved outcome, although it does require the excision. Good luck.
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Answer: Aggressive approach is best for keloid scars Hi there, In my experience treating patients with your skin type for problem scars, taking an aggressive approach right off the bat is most likely to result in patient and doctor satisfaction. This would involve excision of the problem scar, repair using an alternative technique to that initially used, and topical treatment with silicone tape, Scarguard, or some other similar option. This almost always gives a significantly improved outcome, although it does require the excision. Good luck.
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December 9, 2013
Answer: You need compression, steroids, time Seems like hypertrophic scars. I would start with compression and intralesional injection of dilute steroids. There are more agressive treatments but this will be a good start.Make sure you mention this in the future before any surgery.
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Answer: You need compression, steroids, time Seems like hypertrophic scars. I would start with compression and intralesional injection of dilute steroids. There are more agressive treatments but this will be a good start.Make sure you mention this in the future before any surgery.
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September 19, 2015
Answer: Keloid versus Hypertrophic scars There is a big difference bewtween Keloid and Hypertrophic scars Hypertrophic = large thick scars Keloid = grow beyond dimensions of initial injury It is most likely you have a hypertrophic scar. This may stay thick for up to two years before softening. General non-surgical scar therapy includes: Time for scars to resolve (up to two years) Pressure treatment Topical silicone gel sheeting or silicone preparations (many options available) Avoidance of sun exposure Intralesional steroids Radiation therapy for severe keloids unresponsive to conventional therapy Off-label use (anectodal reports) of intralesional 5 FU (chemotherapy)
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Answer: Keloid versus Hypertrophic scars There is a big difference bewtween Keloid and Hypertrophic scars Hypertrophic = large thick scars Keloid = grow beyond dimensions of initial injury It is most likely you have a hypertrophic scar. This may stay thick for up to two years before softening. General non-surgical scar therapy includes: Time for scars to resolve (up to two years) Pressure treatment Topical silicone gel sheeting or silicone preparations (many options available) Avoidance of sun exposure Intralesional steroids Radiation therapy for severe keloids unresponsive to conventional therapy Off-label use (anectodal reports) of intralesional 5 FU (chemotherapy)
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