Question 1

is there a good way to heal old scars from cutting?

Accepted Answer

No: Scars are what happens when healing occurs.Occasionally they may be revised then you would have to heal again and have new scars.

Question 2

what kind products are good for healing old/new acne scars?

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Fractionated laser : One of the best treatments for acne scarring is fractionated laser.  Depending on your skin color, texture and extent of scarring there are different laser options out there.  A non-ablative fractionated laser like the fraxel re:store or dual has no real downtime, but requires multiple treatments.  A fractionated co2 laser is more aggressive with about a week downtime, but may give faster results.

Question 3

is microneedling really good for fine lines and acne? i'm 21yrs old& have acne spots and scars plus under-eye lines. or should i get a peel?

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Honestly: At 21 years old, I would recommend trying a good peel first. Microneedling is better for age wrinkles.

Question 4

my 5 year old has 2nd degree burn scars on his leg from hot water, what's the best sunscreen to use and is tissue oil good to manage scarring?

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Cost unrelated to : quality.  An SPF of at least 20, water repellent, and protective from UV A and B.  For scar treatment, see https://www.assh.org/handcare/procedures-and-treatment/scar-management

Question 5

what good does otc meds like panoxyl and differin do for a 7 year old hypertrophic scar? this is what my dermatologist suggested i use in place of rx

Accepted Answer

Get another opinion: These medications are for acne and I don't understand how they would improve your scar.  Suggest you get a 2nd opinion since there may be better options.

Question 6

how do you heal old scars?

Accepted Answer

Time, and others.: Time is often the best way to get rid of scars, as most will fade eventually.  Lasers, surgical excision or rearrangement, steroid injections, etc are all ways to treat scars.  You should ask your primary doctor who to go to for this.

Question 7

how do i fade away old scars?

Accepted Answer

Hydroquinone, time: Scars mature and can continue to improve for up to a year. They are sun-sensitive and may become hyperpigmented with sun exposure. The best way to treat a scar depends on the scar. Options include silicone gel, silicone sheeting, use of filler (for spot or crater-like scars), laser therapy, hydroquinone, dermabrasion, or kenalog (triamcinolone) injection, or surgical scar revision. See your plastic surgeon.

Question 8

when is a scar considered old?

Accepted Answer

It's all relative. : Scars last forever. They don't go away.  The amount of collagen peaks after a few weeks and is remodeled, but the scar is permanent.

Question 9

is there a way to fade old scars?

Accepted Answer

Scars: It is unfortunately difficult to fade old scars. There is minimal to no help with the silicon creams and gels that are available. Sometimes, laser therapy can help.

Question 10

what is a good way to remove scars?

Accepted Answer

Improve not remove: Many options exist for cosmetic improvement and include anti-inflammatories, peels, exfoliation, lasers, resurfacing, bleaching, excision, grafting, fillers, and much more, scars vary in their severity and so do the treatments. See a plastic surgeon, dermatologist or ENT for options.

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My 5 year old has 2nd degree burn scars on his leg from hot water, what's the best sunscreen to use and is tissue oil good to manage scarring?

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What good does otc meds like panoxyl and differin do for a 7 year old hypertrophic scar? this is what my dermatologist suggested i use in place of rx

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