What can I do to get rid of a big dent on my forehead? (photos)

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I have a vertical dent on the centre of my forehead from when I was child. I bashed my head on the corners of a table and it has healed into a dent that I can't cover with makeup. I've reached a point in my life where I'm sick of covering my dent with a fringe and want some advice as to what procedures I can have to help it look scar free. I'm Asian as you can tell and know that i might heal darker on my forehead which I'm absolutely fine with as long as that dent is gone.

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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Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This can be improved with a combination approach with lasers, microneedling/prp, subcision and fillers. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Andrew Pichler, MD · Answer

You have a widened, depressed, vertical scar which would need scar revision. The direction of the scar is not ideal but choosing the correct revision techniques you could achieve an excellent result. Simply put it would it would require an irregular Z- plasty revision. The healing takes several months for the final camouflage to achieve the desired result but concealers can cover the normal redness during healing. See an experienced PS.

Michel Siegel, MD · Answer

You have a scar depression, the scar needs to be removed and the areas adjacent brought back together. This will leave a line, but no depression,

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

You do need to discuss this in great detail with a Specialist. Excision of the scar will leave you with a fine oblique line, however the depression will be corrected. Another option is filler- this will improve the depression, however the procedure is technique dependent and care must be taken for fillers in this area due to the arterial supply of your forehead. A face to face consult with as surgical dermatologist or plastics would be recommended. Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia.

What can I do to get rid of a big dent on my forehead? (photos)

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What can I do to get rid of a big dent on my forehead? (photos)

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