Worried about TCA Cross, did the doctor apply too much or go too wide? Day 5, healing is slow. (photos)

Question

I did TCA cross and microneedling in the same day. We did 60% TCA on some of my icepick / boxcar scars. Some of them he did really well, others I'm worried he may have applied too much and it got on the healthy surrounding skin. Will this result in more scarring? A lot of what I read online said you should only apply it deep in the scar and avoid getting it on the icepick scar border. I've been keeping them moist with Aquaphor and Neosporin. Anything I can do to aid in the healing of these?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend getting a following up with your cosmetic dermatologist for after care. I suggest a combination of serums and growth factors to help the healing with light therapy. Best, Dr. Emer

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

Best to see your Dermatologist - Plastics who performed the procedure for any post op concerns, as they would know their technique and scars treated. You are doing the best you can post operatively to heal. Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia.

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Worried about TCA Cross, did the doctor apply too much or go too wide? Day 5, healing is slow. (photos)

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