Raised keloids, thickened scars, and lingering marks from injuries or surgery can affect your skin’s appearance. At Bravo Dermatology, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Monica Bravo offers personalized treatments to help soften, flatten, and improve the appearance of noticeable scars.
Flatten Raised Scars and
Smooth Your Skin
When your skin heals after an injury, surgery, piercing, or acne breakout, your body produces collagen to repair damaged tissue. Sometimes it produces too much, resulting in raised or thickened scars. Keloids extend beyond the original wound and may continue to grow, whereas hypertrophic scars remain within their boundaries. Both can cause itching, tenderness, and discomfort, along with cosmetic concerns.
Keloid and scar removal involves treatments that reduce excess scar tissue, flatten raised areas, and improve your skin’s appearance. Depending on the scar’s size, location, and characteristics, Dr. Bravo may recommend corticosteroids, laser treatments, or other approaches. Treatment focuses on long-term improvement rather than complete removal.
Keloid & Scar Removal Treats:
- Keloid scars
- Hypertrophic (raised) scars
- Acne scars
- Surgical scars
- Scars from injuries or burns
- Thickened or uneven scar tissue
- Redness associated with certain scars
- Itching, tenderness, or discomfort from raised scars
Your Keloid & Scar Removal Options
Corticosteroid Injections
Corticosteroid injections help reduce inflammation and excess collagen production in raised scars. Dr. Bravo injects medication directly into the scar tissue to gradually soften and flatten keloids or hypertrophic scars. Multiple sessions may be necessary for noticeable improvement.
Laser Scar Treatment
Laser treatments can help improve scar redness, thickness, and texture. Dr. Bravo may use the Vbeam Perfecta laser to target blood vessels contributing to redness or fractional CO2 laser resurfacing to encourage collagen remodeling and smoother skin.
Surgical Scar Removal
Certain scars may benefit from surgical excision, particularly when they cause discomfort or interfere with movement. Dr. Bravo evaluates whether removal is appropriate, given that keloids can recur and may require additional treatment to reduce the risk of recurrence.
Combination Scar Treatments
Some scars respond better to a combination of approaches than to a single treatment. Depending on your scar’s characteristics, Dr. Bravo may recommend a combination of injections, laser therapy, or other treatments to improve its appearance.
Benefits of Keloid & Scar Removal:
- Flatter, softer raised scars
- Reduced thickness of excess scar tissue
- Improved skin texture and smoothness
- Less noticeable redness and discoloration
- Relief from scar-related itching and tenderness
- Improved comfort in areas affected by tight or raised scars
- Reduced visibility of acne, surgical, and injury-related scars
- Ongoing scar management to help address recurrence
FAQs
Can My Keloid Be Removed Permanently?
Keloids can return after treatment, particularly following surgical removal. Dr. Bravo may recommend combining treatments to reduce recurrence risk and improve outcomes.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Your treatment plan depends on your scar’s size, thickness, location, and response. You may need several sessions spaced weeks apart to achieve noticeable improvement.
Can I Treat an Old Scar?
Yes. Even scars that have been present for years may respond to treatment. Dr. Bravo will assess your scar and explain which options may help.
Can I Prevent New Keloids From Forming?
If you’re prone to keloids, avoiding unnecessary piercings and skin injuries may help. Early scar care and appropriate treatment can also reduce certain risks.
Schedule Your Consultation for Keloid &
Scar Removal in Covington, LA
Scars tell part of your skin’s story, but they don’t have to remain a source of discomfort. At Bravo Dermatology, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Monica Bravo understands that every scar heals differently. She takes time to evaluate your skin and recommend treatments that may improve scar thickness, texture, and appearance while managing recurrence risks. Schedule your keloid and scar removal consultation at Bravo Dermatology in Covington, LA, today.
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