Hi i have very soft slightly raised scars on my chin from cystic acne. Id like them to be smoother even though they are very small. Would the Picosure laser work to flatten a raised scar? Its hard to find the right laser in newcastle upon tyne.
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August 2, 2015
Answer: Picosure for scars
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Sabrina Fabi, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
I classically have my patients keep the area moist and covered after a Picosure treatment with a bland moisturizer like Vaniply. I also like them to wash the area daily with a mild soap and water and pat dry before moisturizing. The most important thing is protecting the area from the sun to...
PicoSure is a picosecond laser that is ideally used for blue and green inks. It works equally well, perhaps quicker, in eliminating black ink tattoos.
Thank you for your question. If blistering has occurred you can apply Bacitracin ointment and a clean dressing daily and protect the treated area from the sun. It can take 1-2 weeks for burns to heal and you may have some pigment changes, which typically are not permanent. I recommend letting...
