Scar treatment usually works best when it is matched to scar type, skin tone, healing history, and recovery tolerance. During consultation, the dermatologist can distinguish between active inflammation, pigmentation, and textural scarring before recommending next steps.
Management may involve staged procedures, topical support, and a plan that prioritizes safety over aggressive promises.
Avoid tanning, share any history of keloids or delayed healing, and bring details of previous scar treatments if you have had them.
Aftercare varies by procedure and may include sun avoidance, gentle cleansing, and temporary adjustment of active skincare.
Scar improvement varies with scar type, skin biology, and number of sessions. Treatment recommendations are finalized only after assessment.