I have an indented scar from a Yag Laser burn! Can any filler or treatment lessen appearance of these scars? (photo)

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About 6 months ago I treated large blue veins on my temple with Yag laser. The same visit, the small broken capillaries on my nostrils were treated.The same laser setting was used to treat the temple veins and small red broken capillaries on nostrils. The laser left blisters that turned to scabs that oozed and didn’t heal for a week. When scabs fell off scars were left behind. I have since had prp and aggressive microneedling but no improvement. Any suggested filler or procedure that could help?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This scar can be improved with vascular laser like yellow laser or excel v when its red and co2 spot treatment, fillers, microneedling/prp and subcision to help texture and blending. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Your scar appears to be several small indentations along the line of your supra-alar crease. Depending on your examination, microdroplet Silikon-1000 may be considered for filling these indentations for permanent filling. Hope this helps. Dr Joseph

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Fillers can be used to help improve the look of scars.  Continued microneedling treatments should also be helpful.  See a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation to discuss your treatment options.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

A real dermabrasion is always the most aggressive and works the best to improve scars but may need to be done a couple of times.  Don't worry, it is fixable.

Shelin Tkatch, MD, FRCSC · Answer

I'm sorry you have had a complication from your treatment. The scars are atrophic, meaning there has been a breakdown of collagen and fat in the area and subsequent fibrosis. They may improve naturally over time, and microneedling with PRP is worth continuing, especially if the original provider is doing these for you complementary. Hyaluronic acid fillers done by a very experienced provider is worth trying as the appearance of atrophic scars can be nicely improved. If you are looking for a more permanent solution, I would suggest consulting a facial surgeon for scar revision. I would seek out someone with expertise in MOHS micrographic surgery, they are used to treating this area surgically for skin cancers and can get you a beautiful result. Best, Dr. Tkatch

I have an indented scar from a Yag Laser burn! Can any filler or treatment lessen appearance of these scars? (photo)

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Answer: A couple of dermabrasions can really improve scars alot.

Answer: A couple of dermabrasions can really improve scars alot.

Answer: Post Yag Laser atrophic scar

Answer: Post Yag Laser atrophic scar

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I have an indented scar from a Yag Laser burn! Can any filler or treatment lessen appearance of these scars? (photo)

Answers (9)

Answer: A couple of dermabrasions can really improve scars alot.

Answer: A couple of dermabrasions can really improve scars alot.

Answer: Post Yag Laser atrophic scar

Answer: Post Yag Laser atrophic scar

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