KELOID & MOLE REMOVAL
Keloid Scars: What are they?
Keloid scars are raised, thick scars that grow beyond the original wound site. They can form after surgery, injuries, or even pierced ears. While more common in people with darker skin tones, keloids can develop on anyone.
Treating Keloid Scars
Unfortunately, there's no single permanent cure for keloids. However, Dr. Sunny Park often combines two treatment methods to minimize the risk of recurrence:
Surgical excision: This minimally invasive procedure removes the keloid scar in an office setting under local anesthesia. Recovery typically takes a week, with sutures removed a week later.
Steroid injections: Starting about a month after surgery, Dr. Park may inject steroids into the area to further reduce scar tissue growth.
Mole Removal: Minimizing Scarring
Moles can be raised, flat, or pigmented. Some may require removal due to potential malignancy, while others may be bothersome cosmetically. To ensure early detection of any suspicious moles, Dr. Park recommends regular dermatologist visits.
Dr. Sunny Park utilizes her expertise in minimizing scarring during mole removal procedures. These procedures are also typically performed in the office under local anesthesia, with a week-long recovery and suture removal a week later.
