Laser tattoo removal left a scar, is there anything I can do?

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i have scarring from laser tattoo removal help..it was a huge blister that became a hole in my skin and now i have a hypertropic scar its all red and im very worried will my skin ever heal. i have started using dermatix for one week now when i touch the scar it goes white then after a few seconds returns to red is this normal?. will this scar go away ! im so worried wish i never did the laser at all now.

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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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Tattoo removal can result in either scarring or ghosting.  Here are some tips:
Faster pulse second technology like pico second is a better technology than nano for scarring. Experience can help patients.  Oversight from an experienced physician (best if plastic, facial plastic or dermatology) will likely result in safer outcomes.Stay out of the sun— sunlight can be harmful to healing in after any laser procedureAvoid infections- This means keep your tattoo area clean (i.e. don’t garden right after a tattoo removal on your arm, etc), don’t pick scabs or blisters if they occur.  Follow our post procedure instructions.  Avoid swimming for 48 hours as water can infect the treated areas.Allow healing between treatment sessions- typically 4-8 weeksBe healthy- while the tattoo laser breaks up the tattoo particles, your body will actually eliminate the particles in one of 3 ways.  being healthy will help achieve this process faster and allow for consistent healingBest, 
Anil Shah

Jacque P. LeBeau, MD · Answer

I would recommend you return to the practitioner who performed your removal so that they may assess your skin.  Laser tattoo removal, when performed correctly, is very safe and has infrequent complications such as the scarring which you describe.  Depending on how long ago your treatment was performed, there are a variety of options to help minimize the adverse outcome of your procedure.  Best Regards,

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