hello doctors, I have chemical burns, from a peel, around the outside corners of my mouth. they are starting to heal into scar tissue but they are very noticeable. I don't know what to do. is laser an option? can I do another peel once this heals? (silly question).
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Your discoloration may be deep. I would use Luminase and Exfolase body brightening creams followed by fractional laser. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon
Obtain a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist near you in order to be evaluated and discuss options. The reason for the peel, strength and depth of the peel will all affect your healing time as well as anticipated results.
Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and...
