Are these hypertrophic scars from laser tattoo removal? If yes, how can I remove them? (photos)

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Unfortunately I've been getting laser tattoo removal, and it's led to blistering which have led to scarring. Some scars are old, some new. The newest one is really bothering me the most because it's pink and has gotten more noticable recently, and it's raised. I get sick to my stomach looking at my arm every day now, in certain lighting they all look worse. Could this be removed with silicone gel sheets? Or is there something a doctor could do to remove them completely?

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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Are these hypertrophic scars from laser tattoo removal? If yes, how can I remove them? (photos)

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