I had four kenalog injections for a keloid.Although it has flattened my skin texture is still puckered dark and overall looking terrible. One derm told me that CO2 will work well but the skin will turn very dark and I have to purchase expensive creams after.What other laser/anything else would be beneficial to me?
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November 7, 2018
Answer: Improving Dark Scars--lasers, Aerolase, microneedling/prp, skin lightening, peels, skin care, sun protection
For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in-person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan. It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest...
Due to your skin's pigment, you would not be a good candidate for ablative laser procedures like CO2 or fractionated CO2.
For your skin, I would recommend non-ablative lasers like Fraxel, or treatments that do not use heat like microneedling. These are collagen stimulating...
Redness and swelling are very common after a CO2 laser. The redness and the lines between the treated and untreated area can linger for a few weeks after the procedure and should generally fade slowly over time. Patient should follow their provider's post-procedural instructions, including av...
