Should I wait for more healing after an acne cyst or should I do it now so that I can help remodel the scar? (Photos)

June 10, 2020
Asked By:michellemabelle85 in Portland, OR

I am currently healing from a large acne cyst on my cheek that got infected. It has been empty and healing for the last week, but has left me with raised scarring with a pit in the middle. However, I have seen a lot of improvement in just a week and have been using a silicone sheet almost 24/7. There are no longer any signs of infection or inflammation, just looking for how to minimize scarring.

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June 16, 2020

Answer: Early Intervention Can Prevent Or Reduce Scarring

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Nelson Lee Novick, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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June 16, 2020

Answer: Early Intervention Can Prevent Or Reduce Scarring

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Nelson Lee Novick, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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November 6, 2023

Answer: Venus Viva RF microneedling can help remodel the scar and reduce pigmentation

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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November 6, 2023

Answer: Venus Viva RF microneedling can help remodel the scar and reduce pigmentation

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 16, 2020

Answer: Cyst and Scar on face

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 16, 2020

Answer: Cyst and Scar on face

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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