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Scar Removal; what do I do? (Photos)

goins913May 4, 2017
Almost a year ago I woke up with a large cut on the front of my leg. I have no clue how this happened. The weird part is our sheets & bedding are all white, yet nothing was stained with blood. Over the last several months I have tried a few different creams and exfoliants to try and remove it, nothing is really removing it. This has really affected my self confidence, now I don't wear anything that shows my legs :(

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Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS
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Lasers won't improve the indented piercing scar. I would opt for a Hidef Scar Revision with layered closure instead. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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