Does Fraxel laser fix a pitted scar?

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I have a very small (not deep at all) dent on my forehead, you can only notice it in certain lighting, I've never been injured in the area of the dent so I think my skull just developed that way. It's about a 3mm vertical lined dent. What are my options to get it fixed? Thank you

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our office has many different treatments for scars depending on the depth of atrophy or hypertrophy. Scars require a combination approach using our HI DEF protocol which uses a combination of lasers, topical scar modulation, and RF treatments to pixelate scars, improve contour, reduce hyperpigmentation, and improve the visibility of the scars so that they are no longer visible in ambient light. Everyone has a unique pattern of scarring and we employ our HIDEF technique to improve texture, color, contour, and topography. We often use a combination of treatments that begin with a careful examination to examine the micro texturing of the acne scars. Atrophic scars and indented  scars can benefit from injectable fillers such as Radiesse, Sculptra, and Restylane with or without subcision to remove tethered scars and atrophic depression. Hyper-redness in scars can be improved with V beam laser, Excel V, BBL, IPL, and Venus RF to improve  the redness and reduce the visibility of deep scars. Fractional Thulium laser and clear & brilliant can also reduce the inflammation and redness of the scar when combined with topical therapy. Fractional lasers such as Fraxel, erbium, and CO2 laser can be combined with radio frequency and also fractional RF to improve textual issues and microtopography. Subcision and TCA cross are also used for deep ice pick scars and narrow valley scars in order to improve the micro texture.  Above all, our combination approach with our clinical nurses and board-certified plastic surgeons can improve the quality of your skin by using at home Melarase creams combined with PRP treatments in our office to improve your skin quality and tone. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an experienced team of experts in order to reduce your scarring.
 
Finally, hyperpigmentation of scars can be improved with at-home Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads to help reduce active PIH and melanin deposition.

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

Fraxel is a laser skin rejuvenation treatment that resurfaces your outer skin, erasing imperfections. It also encourages the production of collagen, a protein found in connective tissue.The result is clearly visible lines, folds and wrinkles. Fraxel laser skin rejuvenation is a non-invasive technique that affects only about 20 percent of the facial skin exposed to it. The most common side effects of Fraxel laser treatment are swelling and skin redness, which should subside within a couple of days. Other temporary side effects may include minor itching, dry skin, peeling or flaking, and a bronzed skin appearance. The risk of infection or scarring is very limited. You should stay out of the sun 2-4 weeks.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thanks for your query. The best way to fill an indented scars is by filling it with a HA filler. Fraxel helps to lighten scars but it has little role in filling the indented scar. Apart from ha filler you can o in for fat grafting, or exilis. Fraxel will have a little role in it. Hope it helps.All The Best

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

An indentation on the forehead should be evaluated by a dermatologist prior to any cosmetic treatments. Fillers work great in this area and can be combined with lasers. See an expert for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! It is hard to give you definite opinion how to treat your scar without a picture. Fraxel laser is used to treat acne scars that are caused by pigmentation. With indent scars, we use TCA CROSS, fat grafting and different fillers. Best of luck!

Does Fraxel laser fix a pitted scar?

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Answer: Forehead Dent Filler

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Answer: Forehead Dent Filler

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Answer: It is hard to give you definite opinion how to treat your scar without a picture.

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