Scarring after at home mole removal 3 years ago. What is my best option for minimizing its appearance? (photos)

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.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Hi there! There are options for scar improvement. If there is a depression, filling the area tends to help. This can be done with fillers which last 8-12 months on average and can be dissolved if not up to your expectations. Fat transfer - via micro and nanofat - can provide volume and improve skin texture in the area. Resurfacing technologies like Morpheus and CO2 may be a good choice. I would visit with a surgeon who also has a Med Spa to see what may be best. Hope this helps!