Best laser treatment for tummy tuck scar?

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I had a tummy tuck done 7 months ago. My scar is flat but is dark in color. Ive tried several different silicone strips and gels but has not given results. I want to lighten the scar. What are the best laser treatments out there to lighten the scar?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Abdominoplasty scars can be quite complex, ranging from the simple hypertrophic scar to a multiplane inflamed keloid. Pigmentation, discoloration, chronic inflammation, scar visibility can all occur in the short term. We begin each treatment with combination therapy using Yellow broadband BBL, Vbeam, fractional erbium, intralesional IIT, and scar modulation. Start with a combination of Plato's Scar Serum massaged twice daily after one week of epithelialization followed by Luminase/Exfolase. Scar consultation and revision may be recommended.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
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John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

A recent review in the literature recommends the use of Pulsed dye lasers for treating scar erythema and dyschromia.  Also,  Intense pulsed light has also been used to target scar dyschromia.  Best wishes, Dr. T.

Remus Repta, MD · Answer

Great question.  It depends on your skin type as well as on why the scar became dark.  Sometimes, excising the scar and re-closing it is an option since doing so would be done under much less tension.  Embrace in the immediate recovery period may be good after the scar revision.  Sometimes steroid injection as well in the middle recovery period is also something to consider.All the best,Dr. Remus Repta

Robert V. Mandraccia, MD · Answer

If you have dark skin, it is not uncommon to have that result. I recommend trying Hydroquinonone cream first, 4% and increase to 8% if tolerated. Teat it first on your inner arm for allergy and you will need a prescription.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

The real issue is if you need a scar revision vs a laser tx? Best lasers for scars are in Miami's Dr Jill Wiabel's office(DERM)!

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