Scar Removal from Forehead, Eyebrow and Temple? (photo)

Question

I have blade scars on my eye brow and forehead and temple. The scars (of the eyebrow and temple) are visible on the photo. They were put for a traditional reason while I was one. I like in Ethiopia. There is one plastic surgeon in Addis Ababa- capital city. What kind of scar removal is recommended for these? Could they be invisible if I get them done a plastic surgery which you recommends me? Thank you in advance for your help.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I would also recommend a staged approach to scar revision for your scars.  I believe this would give you the best results.

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.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Cheryl Lee Eberting, MD · Answer

Hello,

	I recommend re-excision.  This would give you the best results.  However, I would only do one scar at a time.  The reason is when the scar is excised, there is tension on the skin when it is sutured together.  If the scar adjacent to the other is also done, then there is more tension or pulling causing a scar to heal "tighter". 

	After your excisions, there are many prescription and over-the-counter scar creams.  Talk to your physician about which one they recommend.

	Good luck.

Scar Removal from Forehead, Eyebrow and Temple? (photo)

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