Help for treatment to use for nose bridge scar? (photo)

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Hi- 3 weeks ago a golfing club (putter) fell on my nose bridge and it’s still quite red / dark / marked. Can anyone help me with best treatment to do? I just started using Avene brand - cicalfate post procedure emulsion yesterday. I’m using sunscreen. I also ordered platos scar serum. My skin does scar / marks easily because of my skin color. Do you think this will fade eventually? Or will I maybe need laser? Photos difficult to upload but including what i can. Thank you!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This scar seems like it may be able to fade over time. Keep up to date with sun protection. At-home microneedling can also assist with the healing and overall facial rejuvenation. See an expert if you have further concerns. Best, Dr. Emer

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.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Help for treatment to use for nose bridge scar? (photo)

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