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Dermabrasion or CO2 Laser for alarplasty scar?

  • syniz
  • United Kingdom, GB
  • 7 months ago
Hi, I had alarplasty done around a year ago and was left with a scar on the left side of my face. I tried wound reclosure but that almost led to a bigger scar. I have had two co2 treatments and have noticed some improvements. My doctor says I can achieve much better results through dermabrasion. I was wondering if any of you could give a second opinion. There seems to be really mixed reviews on nearly every scar treatment available. I have fair skin so pigmentation would not be an issue

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Dermabrasion

December 28th, 2016
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Thank you for your question. It would be helpful to see pictures of your scarring in order for us to provide the most applicable answer. I suggest that you move forward and consult with another board certified facial plastic surgeon. Please keep in mind that the goal of dermabrasion is to create a smoother and more youthful appearance to the skin. Always consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.

Web reference: http://www.drclevens.com/face

Ross A. Clevens, MD


Melbourne Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.7 out of 5 stars 121 reviews

December 28th, 2016

Dermabrasion

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Thank you for your question. It would be helpful to see pictures of your scarring in order for us to provide the most applicable answer. I suggest that you move forward and consult with another board certified facial plastic surgeon. Please keep in mind that the goal of dermabrasion is to create a smoother and more youthful appearance to the skin. Always consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.

Learn more: http://www.drclevens.com/face

Ross A. Clevens, MD


Melbourne Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.7 out of 5 stars 121 reviews

Scar treatments

November 21st, 2016
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Thank you for your question.

It is hard to make an exact determination on what you need without seeing a photo. To be generic, if you are seeing results with the laser stick to that. It after you complete your treatments and the scar is still present you could do the dermabrasion. Good luck.

Francis Johns, MD
November 21st, 2016

Scar treatments

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Thank you for your question.

It is hard to make an exact determination on what you need without seeing a photo. To be generic, if you are seeing results with the laser stick to that. It after you complete your treatments and the scar is still present you could do the dermabrasion. Good luck.

Francis Johns, MD
*Treatment results may vary

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