How Do I Get Rid of These Scar Tissue Bumps on my Scar? (photo)

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Hello. I have had a scar from my nose going up to my lip for my whole life. I never had scar tissue build up under it until recently I noticed these bumps 8 months ago and I have no idea how to get rid of this scar tissue? I want to avoid injections because I'm scared it will get worse. I really need help this is getting in the way of me living my life it's on my mind all the time. I'm desperate for help. Thank you.

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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Norman Bakshandeh Day, MD, FACS · Answer

It is very hard to appreciate what the cause of these bumps are by the photographs alone. An examination is necessary

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

These irregular "bumps" can be corrected by steroid injections, revision or both. Best to have IN PERSON evaluations.

Kimberly P. Cockerham, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Mila,

	Restylane is a dermal filler that is used to fill spaces but can also be used to breakdown scar tissue. I inject a small amount and then have you massage the area and return a month later for additional injections. It can be combined with the Active FX laser to reduce or possibly eliminate your scar.

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