Hi there! I am 23 y/o and have this scar right below my belly button. I have never shaved my stomach, but the one time I do I get an ingrown hair! I went to the Derm and they said they needed to do a biopsy to be sure. A punch biopsy. Now I have this scar. The bunch was done Sept 2016 and it's now Feb 2017. They did not put in any stitches. Part of me thinks it healed so dark because of blood. What can I do? Laser? Hydroquinolone? Stitches? Thank you for reading and your advice!
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February 10, 2017
Answer: Improving Dark Punch Biopsy Scar--lasers, microneedling/prp, skin lightening, peels, skin care, sun protection
Jen. Physical exam would be helpful, but from your photo, you may benefit from a scar revision. The location of the scar is actually advantageous, because it can be excised, and the new scar positioned within the nasolabial fold, camouflaging it. You do run the risk of replacing it with an e...
In our office, we start with Plato's Scar Serum and Melarase PM for dark scars followed by q switch laser to help reduce pigmentation. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles
The cost of scar removal varies by region. The types of scar removal include surgery, IIT, lasers, RF, and topical treatments including Melarase, Plato’s Scar Serum, and Plato’s Dark Scar Corrector.Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles
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