Cut with a box cutter knife! 1 month ago (on 7/28/2015). What can I do for the scar to disappear? (Photo)

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I'm using Cicatricure, Aloe vera, Onion.. honey to reatore the softness of the skin.. vitamin E,.. can I use mederma, Plato's serum gel? or do I need plastic surgery. Thanks!!

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would use a combination of pulsed dye laser, subcision, and application of Plato's Scar Serum to the scars to help reduce their appearance. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Stephen Mandy, MD · Answer

Usually it is best to initiate scar treatment around 6 weeks after healing.  Initially injection with cortisone and possibly early laser intervention with IPL of Pulse Dye laser is advisable.  This may be all that is required or, if needed, fractional CO2 laser may be needed.  Consult a Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon for further evaluation and treatment.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. But at this early healing stage best to first seek in person evaluation with a PS. He/she than can monitor the scar/healing phases and offer therapies as needed.

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