Breastlift scars. 9 months post-op. What can help Improve purple veiny scars? (photos)

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I had a breastlift done 9 months ago and my plastic surgeon is recommending C02 laser. I’m terrified of the laser burning my areolas and potentially doing more damage than good. I’m currently using BioCorneum gel and skinuva. Any suggestions?

Harold J. Kaplan, MD · Answer

Hello Energetic.  If you are looking for improvement in color and the veins, then CO2 resurfacing is not for you.  CO2 and CO2 fractional are good for improving the texture of the skin.  But short term it will actually create more redness and is not at all useful to get rid of veins.  We would likely use a combination of a pulsed dye and long pulsed yag lasers for the redness and veins.  The other consideration is if you have any hard scar tissue.  If the scars feel bumpy or hard you may need a steroid injection before proceeding with any other treatments.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

These spots can be improved with a combination of Cosmelan, lasers, Aerolase, microneedling/prp, skin lightening, peels, and skin care. Sun protection is essential. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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