What's the better treatment for chickenpox scar on nose? (Photo)

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I had this scar since I was a child after chickenpox and it started to bother me lately . I went to a doctor who told me that co2 fractional laser is the best solution for this . I want to know if the laser could be affective and help me out or no .

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Fractional CO2 laser is an excellent tool for skin rejuvenation in our center in Santa Monica. We use the fractional multi-depth ablative approach to help resurface the skin, recontour acne scars, improve incisional plastic surgery scars, and reduce surface irregularities from skin tone to dark pigmentation. Our approach utilizes a multi-depth approach that targets melanocytes in the epidermis and collagen fibroblasts in the dermis. This approach can be combined with a TCA Peel in a process known as a sapphire peel. Fractional laser is excellent for acne scars and contour scars in the skin. Patients are advised to undergo skin protocols with Melarase creams before and after treatment to help reduce pigmentation. Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads can seriously improve surface sun damage and UV related pigmentation. After the laser, we expect redness for a few weeks as the skin improves. PRP and Hydrafacial enzyme facials can further improve skin quality after fractional co2.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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Alexis Parker, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

These are fortunately the easiest scars to treat.  I would release the fibrous bands beneath the scar, subcision.  Then I would fill the scar with hyaluronic acid every 6 to 8 weeks until it is resolved.  The subcision may need to be repeated.  Be sure to see a doctor when treating an "off label" area such as this.

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

As above. Chickpox scars can easily be treated this method. Very important to subcise first otherwise the donut effect WILL occur- namely filler will go around the scar as it flows to the area of least resistance. See a specialist as the nose is a tricky area as it is supplied by lots of blood vessels. Dr Davin S. Lim. Brisbane. Australia.

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