Will they heal with an almost unnoticeable scar?

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I removed two really small moles on my chin (around 2mm in diameter at most) using castor oil and baking soda. Within the first week, scabs formed and by the next week they had fallen off and were very red and dry. Now a month later, they are pink with no scabs and I've been applying Nivea creme to them every night. One has a small crater, and the other is still very slightly raised. How much longer until they heal up completely? Will they ever look normal again?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

There are risks to performing at-home treatments. At this point, I would use Ceralase creams to the wound followed by twice daily application of Plato's Scar Serum and pulsed dye laser once the skin heals over. Best, DR. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Mathew A. Plant, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Without examining you or seeing pictures there is no way to really advise on scarring. Make sure to wear lots of sun protection in the area when you are out in the sun to avoid darkening the scars. If you are concerned then book a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon near you to be examined. Best of luck!

Will they heal with an almost unnoticeable scar?

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