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There are likely many options for keloids. Our office specializes in keloid treatment and advises against natural therapies that may worsen the condition. A visit with an experienced surgeon may be a better option. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACS
There is a technique where a suture can be tied and progressively tightened around a keloid. This cuts off the blood supply and the keloid typically "falls off." However, this is not without risk and performing this at home is a bad idea. Further, there are several techniques that can immediately remove a keloid as opposed to performing this type of staged procedure. Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon
Our office recommends the Melarase creams as the most advanced skin lightening topical for improving dark marks on the legs from mosquitoe and insect bites. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACS
Horizontal stomach scars can be improved with our office's scar therapy protocol that uses lasers and topical therapy. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACS
Treatment options depend upon the age of the scar and the appearance of the scar tissue (discolored, bulky, widened, etc). Seek an in person consultation to learn exactly what will help best to improve your specific type of scar.
If you are concerned about the visibility of the scar, you may consider a scar revision procedure to improve the scar visibility. Scar revision may further camouflage the scar line. Our office specializes in scar revision in Los Angeles.
You may require a laser resurfacing procedure, chemical peel, or topical cream treatment that can strengthen the skin around the lips. A topographic examination may help. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles
An examination can help narrow the diagnosis down to a few options. All subcutaneous bumps on the face do require early diagnosis to minimize scarring. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACS
