How to improve appearance of a scar

[P1x44r]

I've had a scar on my left cheek ever since I was little (a freak accident). Over time it has improved, but still not to the point where I'm completely happy with it. What I'm looking for is advice on how to improve its appearance surgically. I have tried "natural" treatments such as bio oils, vitamin E, etc. but found that they do not do a very good job. Are there any people here who have done something like a laser surgery/resurfacing and could share their experience? Pros/cons as well as recovery time and costs. Anything on the subject will be helpful. Of course I have done an extensive research online, but I'd like to hear about first hand experiences if possible.

Thanks.

[cmackie]

Do nothing. Chicks dig scars.

[pitz]

Microdermabrasion.

But seriously...I agree with the previous poster, scars are often a great feature, a fashion accessory that just can't be 'bought' with a credit card. Lots of guys dig an odd surgical scar or patched up dog bite on their girls...

[P1x44r]

Eh, I certainly do not share your sentiments when looking at myself in the mirror.

I'm going to look into microdermabrasion, thanks!

Lots of guys dig an odd surgical scar or patched up dog bite on their girls...

Even on their face?!

[Sprite09]

snake tattoo

[originalnutta]

Go to the gym and get jacked. No one will notice.

[pitz]

Eh, I certainly do not share your sentiments when looking at myself in the mirror.

I'm going to look into microdermabrasion, thanks!


Even on their face?!

yeah, dermabrasion is the procedure done under anasthesia by a medical professional. microdermabrasion is what's done at spa's.

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[Strategy]

I've heard something about chemical peeling from my dermatologist, but it apparently only works with light scars. I don't know if it is expensive or not.

[P1x44r]

Yeah, my scar is quite deep, but not very large. I actually have three poke 'craters' where nails pieced my flesh, all very close to one another.

[Topher]

Cocoa butter will soften up the scar tissue. Then again, I don't have "craters". I just have a long gash across my forehead. Most people don't even notice it anymore, although it does turn a bit purple if I'm out in the cold.

[oceania]

I don't think you can ever get rid of the scar but you can reduce the size (length, width, depth) using laser.

[Dash]

how bad could it be? If Seal can get Heidi Klum, a small scar on your cheek isn't the end of the world.

I've got a scar as well, but luckly it's over my left brow, so it's relatively unnoticeable.

[M.D.]

post a picture for us to see and analyze

[raymondly]

The best way to improve the appearance of a scar is to build a hot lady around it. Like this:

[TCWeasel]

It's near impossible to get rid of it completely. It's been a while since I looked through it all after I got myself a scar playing hockey (no, seriously, I was...it's just not what I tell people) so I may have forgotten something or things may have changed.

Talk to your doctor, he/she may be able to recommend something.