Scar protection / healing options?

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My 6 year old daughter had dermabond to close a wound about her eyebrow. One month out it’s still red and I want to help it heal. I’m using silicone tape, hoping it’s blocking UV rays and flattening scar. I can’t use sunblock with the tape because it won’t stick. What’s the best approach to help this heal? Treatment options?

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

Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank you for your question. Deep wounds often take weeks to months to heal, and redness or hyperpigmentation can take a few months to fade. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have the scar evaluated in-person and to discuss appropriate treatment options. Take care and good luck.

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