Scar Removal Options for Cigarette Burns?

I frequently see patients with dark spots on their legs as a result of mosquito bites, scratches, or generalized eczema. These hyperpigmented scars can be improved by a regimen of prescription topical hydroquinone and retinoids. I also recommend a chemical peel to expedite the process of color...

My preference for lightening creams includes Melarase AM and Melarase PM for pre and post treatment conditioning of the skin.   I would begin treatment immediately.Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Silicone gel has specific applications for hypertrophic and keloid scars on the face and body. Patients should use silicone based products on a daily basis and avoid recurrent trauma or inflammation in the area. Silicone gel products should not be used on mucous membranes, be ingested, or used...

Depending on the location, cause of the scar, how the scar is healing, etc.... there are several options:In general the following can help:1)  Silicone dressings rarely hurt how scar heals, and often helps2)  Use of scar gels (e.g Scar Recovery Gel) can also help3)  Use of...

If steroid injection which shrinks the keloid does not meet your objectives, the most common method is surgical excision. The cost for keloid removal like other cosmetic surgery varies considerably across the country and even in the same area. South Florida tends to have lower fees then more...

Keloid treatment should initially be conservative but should focus on definitive treatments and a goal of recurrence reduction.  In these patients, I have focused on a multidisciplinary course of treatment including topical treatments, silicone sheeting, aggressive TAC injections, and ...