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La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
9850 Genesee Ave Suite 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
Call: (858) 452-1981 Text: (858) 203-2944
Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Fade your scars with a little help from your friends at LJCSC.
Whether from childhood case of chicken pox, teenage acne, skin trauma, or the result of a surgical procedure, scars come in all shapes and sizes—and sometimes they can be problematic.
Whether you’re self-conscious about the way your scars look or they cause you pain or discomfort, there are treatments and techniques for improving their appearance.
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Our San Diego plastic surgeons and laser specialists at LJCSC are experienced in a variety of safe, effective scar treatments. Which treatment is right for you will depend on the size, cause, location, and nature of your scar, your natural skin tone, and your personal needs and goals.
For scars that are unsightly due to color (i.e., they appear red or pink), we recommend the pulsed-dye laser treatment VBeam Perfecta. The VBeam is a non-ablative, gentle laser that works by sending energy wavelengths through the skin that absorb the excess pigment. The VBeam requires little to no downtime and can be very effective for treating port wine stains, birthmarks, and rosacea, in addition to pigmented red scars.
BBL (BroadBand Light) therapy is often a great choice for treating brown pigmentation irregularities. Scars that appear white because they lack pigmentation (called hypopigmentation) can be more difficult to treat, and may require a combination of treatments ranging from medication to tattooing to scar excision.
Elevated or “ropey” scars that have formed into a raised or bumpy appearance often respond very well to ProFractional laser resurfacing. The ProFractional laser is a fractionated ablative laser, meaning it removes a fraction of the skin in the treatment area to induce deep collagen remodeling and help the skin heal into a more uniform, flat and normal appearance. Downtime after each ProFractional laser treatment is about 3 to 5 days, and patients typically need 4 to 6 treatments depending on the size, depth, and severity of their scar.
Depending on your needs, we may also prescribe or inject a medication such as Kenalog or 5-fluorouracil (5-FU), which “turns off” scar-forming cells and helps to flatten hypertrophic or keloid scars, as well as reduce pain or itching. Sometimes pressure dressings or topical medications may play a role as well in the scar treatment.
Mild to moderate indented or “crater” like scars can be treated with fillers, such as Restylane® or Juvéderm®, to temporarily fill in the indentation and restore a smoother, more regular appearance. Another benefit of fillers is that they can help stimulate natural collagen production, which will help your skin naturally build up and reduce the scar depth over time. Sharply defined craters and ice pick scars may be revised by performing a small excision of the scar.
If you are looking for a more permanent treatment option, our board-certified plastic surgeons offer fat transfer with nanofat to rejuvenate the skin. Nanofat is smaller than regular fat and is full of growth factors known for their regenerative properties. Our surgeons can give you long-lasting, natural enhancements of unsightly scars.
In some cases, surgical excision by one of our board-certified plastic surgeons may be the most appropriate option to remove an unsightly scar. While surgery will leave its own scar, the new scar from an incision made by a skilled, experienced plastic surgeon should be much thinner and less conspicuous than the original scar and, with proper care, will usually fade very well.
Your scar removal treatment doesn’t have to leave a lasting impact on your finances—especially if you take advantage of our affordable payment plans. Begin with a manageable $600 down payment. Then, pay only $194 with average credit for 18 months. Perhaps your credit is above average? Or maybe you can put down more upfront? Perfect! You’ll save even more per month!
Pricing for your scar removal treatment will vary based on the type and extent of the scars you wish to address. For all the details, including fee ranges, head over to our pricing page.
Guess what? We’ve made applying for plastic surgery financing super easy and convenient. You can apply online in minutes, or let us guide you through your options during your consultation. The choice is all yours, but we’re here to help your scars fade and your confidence shine!
Not sure how to get the look you want? Tell us about your goals, and we’ll show you the possibilities.
Try Our Treatment PlannerFinding the right scar treatment requires the expertise of an experienced skin care professional. Contact us today or request your complimentary consultation with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons or certified laser and skincare specialists at LJCSC.
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