Effective Treatments for Hypertrophic Scars: Silicone Sheets vs. Steroid Injections
Keloid Hello, two years ago I had a cesarean section which left me with a prominent scar that often itches intensely. I later learned that this is due to my individual skin type. A dermatologist suggested using steroid injections to soften and flatten the scar, but it would be ve...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Silicone sheets are used to treat hypertrophic scars or keloids, and noticeable improvements in scar softness and flattening can typically be observed after about three months. The cost varies depending on the size of the silicone sheet, generally around a thousand New Taiwan Dol...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Hypertrophic Scars: Silicone Sheets vs. Steroid Injections
Understanding Dermabrasion: Process, Costs, and Recovery Time
The process and cost of dermabrasion surgery? Hello, doctor~~~ I have been experiencing acne since the sixth grade, and naturally, this has left scars over time. Now at the age of twenty-two, which is a time when girls are particularly concerned about their appearance, I often fe...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Acne scars can be classified into "true scars" (atrophic or hypertrophic scars) and "false scars" (erythema or hyperpigmentation). True scars, particularly atrophic scars, can be treated with dermabrasion, with most procedures now utilizing laser resurfacing. ...[Read More] Understanding Dermabrasion: Process, Costs, and Recovery Time
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