How to improve mole removal scar? (Photo)

Question

35 year old female. I had a mole removed via shave method, and the doctor cauterised the area afterwards. I had the procedure done 5.5 months ago and have been using silicone gel/plasters and sunscreen everyday. Are there any other topical ingredients I should start to use now? The area is very slightly indented, but mostly I think it is the texture/colour that I am struggling with the most.

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

Professionally performed Dermastamp microneedling accompanied by the application of prescription topical tyrosine and lanatoprost can address by the surface textural irregularities and hypopigmentation issues. For optimal improvement, it is best to treat an imminent scar between the end of week one (following the surgery or trauma that caused it)--when the wound is strong enough to withstand treatment--and week twelve, when the scar is considered a "mature" scar. After this window of time has passed, as in this case, a 60%-80% overall improvement in appearance can more typically be expected.   A  series of two to four treatment sessions is usually required to achieve maximal improvement. Make sure to consult with a board certified cosmetic dermatologist and avoid being distracted by claims for this or that, expensive here-today-gone tomorrow, light and energy-based devices, like fraxel lasers and RF machines, as the hard science to support their use lags woefully behind the heavy marketing hype and social media buzz to promote them. Hope this helps and best of luck.

How to improve mole removal scar? (Photo)

Answers (1)

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Scar Removal Surgery

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

How to improve mole removal scar? (Photo)

Answers (1)

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Scar Removal Surgery

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.