Treatments or filler for forehead scar/dent? (Photo)

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I have had these scar ever since I can remember. My parents told me that I was still trying to walk when the unfortunate happened, and that I fell and plunged my forehead on a protruding screw and I did not get any stitching for the wound. I am wondering if there is a treatment to correct this?

Carlos Mata, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Hello there Sophie,Thank you for your question.  Fillers would not produce the results you described.  They would actually make the scar protrude more.  From the photo, I would recommend either a scar revision (best choice) or lasers that will help smooth the look of the area a bit.  Hope this helps.All the best,Carlos Mata, MD, MBA, FACSBoard-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I would recommend a scar revision to improve the scar on your forehead.  The scar appears hypo pigmented and wide, and I do not believe fillers would help with these issues.

Bernard Tan, MBBS, MRCSB · Answer

Hi there!This looks like an old scar that has healed but now is hypopigmented.You can consider laser treatments for resurfacingBest wishesDr Bernard

Roby F. Hayes, MD · Answer

While Bellafill can be helpful in treating some scars (especially certain acne scars), in your case it wouldn't be a good choice. You'd likely get the most satisfying results with a scar revision procedure; some improvement could be achieved using laser and micro-needling.

Jeanine B. Downie, MD · Answer

Hi there, I would not use filler to treat this area. First, I would do scar revision. I would strongly recommend the IntraCel which is micro-needling and radiofrequency. From a patient point of view you see results almost immediately with very little down time. Good luck, Dr. Downie

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