Will V-Beam Laser Work on Keloids?

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I use the VBeam laser on keloid scars frequently as it can work to reduce the volume and redness of a scar. There are several different modes of Vbeam that are used to improve surgical scars.  Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles

Stephen Prendiville, MD · Answer

A V-beam laser will help with redness associated with a keloid, but will not significantly affect the size, shape, or other characteristics of this condition.  A keloid is an abnormal response to injury, whereby the scar grows beyond its original boundaries. Treatment of keloids often requires several modalities, most commonly involving injectable steroids and excision; the recurrence rate with any of these combinations is typically about 50%.  Keloids can also be radiated to reduce size, or after excision.

Dennis Gross, MD · Answer

If the Keloid has redness to it, it will pull out the color but it will not reduce the size of the keloid. You can explore other options in reducing the size in a consultation to see which treatment would be best for you.

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

The V-Beam is a highly effective laser for keloids.  It flattens the scars and reduces the redness.  I treat these keloids in conjunction with steroid injections to have the best overall result.  It is the best laser for keloids and I have fantastic results.

Pamela Norden, MD, MBA · Answer

Vbeam is often effective at reducing the redness associated with keloid scars. I often recommend that patients do Vbeam in conjunction with injections of a steroid locally to help flatten the keloid as well.

Will V-Beam Laser Work on Keloids?

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Answer: V-Beam is highly effective for keloids

Answer: V-Beam is highly effective for keloids

Answer: Vbeam assists in the treatment of keloids

Answer: Vbeam assists in the treatment of keloids

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Will V-Beam Laser Work on Keloids?

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Answer: V-Beam is highly effective for keloids

Answer: V-Beam is highly effective for keloids

Answer: Vbeam assists in the treatment of keloids

Answer: Vbeam assists in the treatment of keloids

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