How to Remove a Red Scar?

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I have a burn scar on my left hand that is the result of an incident that happened this past June. I feel like I've ruined the appearance of the hand that tells the world that I'm married. And people are constantly asking me about it, and I can't stand it anymore. There has GOT to be a way to get rid of this thing. Would people be asking me about a scar like this if it were on my face? Anyway, I'm just interested to hear some opinions as to whether or not this scar could be faded.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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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Boris Zaks, MD · Answer

The Vbeam laser works well on Red Scars. It is also non-invasive and will give you some notable change within 2 treatments but a full series would be best.

Anifat Balogun, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Ideally, you want to wait for a scar to mature or heal as fully  physiologically before considering treatments. As the scar matures, the red look will actually improve or resolve.

	If the redness in the area of the scar is distressing to look at, you may want to consider Pulsed-Dye Laser or Intense Pulsed Light treatments.

How to Remove a Red Scar?

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