Scar Revision
Scars that are red or violet will lighten significantly after a series of vascular laser treatments. Rugged or uneven scars can be smoothed with our carbon dioxide laser. Scars that are thick and raised can be flattened with cortisone injections. Re-excision can benefit some cases.
Unsightly or poorly healed scars may be improved with a variety of procedures ranging from excision and repair of the scar to more complex flap closure techniques. Adjunctive techniques including laser, dermabrasion and steroid injection may also be applied to optimize the final result.
Will I still have a scar after scar revision?
Existing scars cannot be removed completely. The objective of scar revision is to decrease its visibility and aesthetic impact.
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Many scars improve over time. Patients are typically asked to allow the scar to heal for about a year prior to considering scar revision. Non-surgical treatment such as laser and steroid application may be options during this period.
Keeping in mind that scars improve over time, the final results of scar revision may not be apparent for a year or more. Factors that influence the degree of improvement include the size and direction of the scar, the nature and quality of the skin, and post-operative wound care.
*Medicine is not an exact science and individual results may vary.
I have been seeing Doctor Warner and his team for many years now. He was a smaller practice when I first came for a dermatological exam (just started dating his now wife). Over the years as the practice grew I began to worry they would get too large and lose what made them fantastic. I’m writing this and can’t be any more happy with the service I receive. It’s like they just get better as they get bigger. I went in and was meeting with one of the PA’s. Walking around a corner I spotted Doctor Warner and started to say hello when I saw he was walking into a room where a patient was waiting. His back was turned to me so I just kept walking figuring he wouldn’t be the wiser. Later the same afternoon my phone rang. Doctor Warner did the leg work to figure out who I was and call me to ‘say a proper hello’ in response to mine. This practice is like family and they do great work. I highly recommend them. I also see Dr. To at the same practice.
- L.E.