Can laser help reduce my lip blush removal scars? (Photos)

Question

I made the mistake of getting a lip blush tattoo that I disliked. I then made the even bigger mistake of getting this removed using the saline solution method carried out by someone that had the proper qualifications. As a result my lips now seem to be scarred around the edge and I have small bumpy scars. I wondered if there was anything I could do to help this? Thank you in advance for any advise.

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
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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This scar may need to be surgically removed for the best outcome, but fillers and lasers like ablative CO2 can help. Fillers may be able to camouflage in the short-term. I would suggest seeing an expert for a formal consultation. Best, Dr. Emer.​

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