How much does it cost to have a small keloid removed so that it should re-occur, what is the best method for such small keloids?

Cost will vary and may require a series of treatments. Injectable steroids with or without 5-FU and microneedling/prp, lasers are all great options. I recommend a formal evaluation with a scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer.

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Keloid removal is an office based procedure under local anesthesia. Fees will vary based on the surgeon.  For recurrent keloids, a post op course of therapeutic radiology may be beneficial and should be coordinated with the surgeon.