Laser resurfacing for acne scars in nose. How much time will they take to heal? (Photo)

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Recently I had acne scars on my nose removed through laser resurfacing.after treatment they were like red scars I want to ask how much time will they take to completely heal because its already 15 days from the treatment and and the doctor said by this time the scarring due to laser resurfacing will almost heal and only littlespot will remain but still the scarring is very much visible

Shanthala Shivananjappa, MD · Answer

Treating acne scars, especially on the nose, is often not a one-time procedure and can be more complex for patients with skin of color due to the risk of post-laser erythema (redness) and hyperpigmentation. Healing can take weeks to months, and several sessions may be needed, so patience is key.
Erythema is common after laser treatments and can take time to resolve. Post-laser hyperpigmentation is also expected and manageable with proper care. In some cases, treating the scar without causing redness or pigmentation might be impossible.The photos provided are not clear, and details about the specific laser procedure used are missing. It’s crucial to know what type of laser was used and the specific settings. For safer and more effective treatment, I recommend considering the Ultraclear Laser, a fractional ablative laser effective for various skin types.
I do not advise using dermal fillers in this area due to the high risk of complications such as blindness and skin necrosis.
To ensure proper healing after the laser
        1.	Protect the treated area by avoiding sun exposure, wearing a facemask, and using a physical sunscreen with SPF.
	2.	Be patient, as healing and results take time.
	3.	Monitor for changes and consult with your physician if there are concerns.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

A combination of Ematrix RF, laser resurfacing, and pulsed dye laser can help improve the scars on the nose. Afterwards, fillers may also help. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Each individual has a different recovery timeline due to individual characteristics and qualities among patients. This
really depends upon the type of laser selected and whether we have decided to
perform ablative or non-ablative resurfacing. During your healing process, new
collagen and elastic fibers are formed. The laser requires the skin to rebuild
itself from the bottom up.I suggest you schedule a follow-up appointment with your surgeon to address your concerns. Follow your surgeon's recovery guidelines closely and keep in mind that board certified facial plastic surgeons represent a highly qualified credential that ensure their patients provide the highest quality knowledge, treatment, care and skill available.

Brian S. Biesman, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Unfortunately it is not possible to answer without more information as to which procedure was performed, how aggressive the settings were, how many passes were made, etc.  As you trusted your physician to perform this procedure

Chien C. Kat, MD · Answer

The appearance is exactly what i would expect at 2 weeks, healed but red and slightly depressed. The redness will gradually fade but will be quicker if you massage it daily with a good scar oil containing Vit A. Sun block when outdoors is very important. The depressed contour may not improve completely but will look less obvious when the redness settles. A gentler laser like a pulse dye laser can fade the redness quicker.

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