First and foremost, we must be honest with all of you and say that no laser will completely eliminate a scar or burn in its entirety, but it can reduce its appearance and make it blend with healthy skin. Many people hope to permanently remove their scars, but the doctor can only significantly reduce their visibility—sometimes making them nearly imperceptible—but never fully erase them.
Scar Removal
Today, numerous laser techniques can alter the length, width, or direction of scars and even improve the depth or height of those that are particularly prominent, especially in highly visible areas like the face. Communication between the patient and doctor is crucial. The patient should express how they feel about their scar and their desired outcome after the procedure, while the doctor must explain each step of the process and outline the expected final result for scar removal.
Laser Treatments for Scars
Lasers have various applications for improving people’s health and physical appearance. At Cali Laser Center, we have 10 different laser devices for dermocosmetic procedures. Each one serves a distinct purpose, and the advantage of having multiple specialized lasers—rather than a single multipurpose device—is consistently better results. Using a different laser tailored to each specific skin need is far more effective than relying on one laser for all procedures.
For scar removal, we use Alma Hybrid, Fraxel Laser, Pixel CO2 Laser, and Pixelated Erbium YAG. These are advanced, fast, and effective systems that resurface and retexture the skin by stimulating collagen production. They’re ideal for managing post-surgical scars, as well as those caused by acne or chickenpox. The procedure is often performed under topical anesthesia with well-tolerated creams. Depending on the type of lesion and the pre-treatment evaluation by Dr. Fernando Motta Mafla, patients typically require 2 to 6 sessions, spaced 1 to 2 months apart. Results are visible from the start of treatment.
Dr. Fernando Motta Mafla is a specialist in aesthetic medicine and laser hair removal, and he serves as the director of Cali Laser Center.
For more information about Dr. Fernando Motta Mafla, visit his official website: www.drfernandomotta.com
Ultimately, laser technology has made significant strides in the ways scars—and even tattoos—can be treated. Today, any surgery or accident that leaves a significant, lifelong mark like a scar can be addressed with lasers and new technologies, offering patients a hopeful opportunity to restore the aesthetics of the affected area.
Nevertheless, we should view any improvement in the appearance of our scars as a positive step, always approaching it with confidence and optimism. A scar doesn’t change who we are, so we must rise above such situations, accepting ourselves as we are and overcoming these challenges that may mark us but shouldn’t define us.