Question 1

is it true that icepick scars can only be removed via laser treatment?

Accepted Answer

TX "icepick"scars: NO! Other TX's - subcision, fillers, fat grafting, etc.

Question 2

how to remove scars, from ingrown hair, on my legs? (besides laser treatment)

Accepted Answer

Improve not remove: Micro or traditional dermabrasion with or without the use of chemical peels as well as various agents such as bleaching agents or Alpha and beta hydroxy acids may provide some improvement in the appearance of scars, in the meantime use sunblock and avoid tobacco use. Topical or oral antibiotics may help i'm certain instances.

Question 3

how can  scar laser treatment work?

Accepted Answer

Scar treatment: Depending on the problem with the scar there are treatments to improve them but nothing will completely remove them. I treat pigmented scars with bbl to lighten them, thick scars with fractional laser to soften them, or bad or wide scars with surgery to cut out the scar and re-sew it a more cosmetically pleasing way. The laser approach requires a series of treatments to be effective--often 5-6.

Question 4

can you tell me how scar laser treatment work?

Accepted Answer

There are so many: types of laser treatments, it depends on the wavelength laser you choose, but usually it works by heating up the collagen and elastin in the dermis to tighten skin, but can be ablative and cause burn to stimulate tightening

Question 5

does laser treatment really work in treating scars?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are specific laser machine/equipment treating scars.

Question 6

does the laser treatment completely get rid of scars?

Accepted Answer

Scar treatment: Depending on the problem with the scar there are treatments to improve them but nothing will completely remove them. I treat pigmented scars with bbl to lighten them, thick scars with fractional laser to soften them, or bad or wide scars with surgery to cut out the scar and re-sew it a more cosmetically pleasing way. The laser approach requires a series of treatments to be effective--often 5-6.

Question 7

can i undergo laser treatment for scars when i am still getting breakouts?

Accepted Answer

Not usually but IPL : Although it is generally not a good ideal to have laser while experiencing active lesions, some physicians will perform "blue light" therapy or photodynamic therapy with ala on active acne occasionally ipl may also be used as well.

Question 8

question on how i could lighten my scar. any ideas of ways other than laser treatment?

Accepted Answer

Lighten scar?: Try lasers or Perineural injection therapy to help decrease rad/pink color.

Question 9

is there a home treatment that i can use to treat dark spots or other scars? is laser treatment expensive?

Accepted Answer

You can try...: A bleaching cream that has hydroquinone as the active ingredient on the dark spots. Remember, though, that it is also important to apply a good broad-spectrum sunscreen lotion every day, or the spots will come back. Scars require professional treatment. Laser prices are set by each individual office, but beware of "budget" laser centers; as with most things, you get what you pay for.

Question 10

could i take laser treatment for pimple scars?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are many ways to treat the scars, once the acne is under control. These treatments include lasers, peels and microdermabrasion. I like using a non-ablative laser known as fraxel. It works great for these areas and also resurfaces the surrounding skin improving the overall quality. A plastic surgeon or dermatologist will take a look at your skin type and determine the best approach.

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