What kind of laser is used for scar remodeling?
Laser treatments for scar remodeling at Contour Clinics include a variety of lasers, each carefully selected based on your specific scar concerns:
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Q-switch Laser: Targets pigment within scars and stimulates collagen, improving both colour and overall scar texture.
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CO2 Laser: Provides deeper resurfacing for intensive scar remodeling, significantly enhancing skin texture and smoothing deeper scars.
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Erbium Laser: Ideal for refining the surface texture of scars, offering precision resurfacing with faster recovery compared to traditional methods.
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IPL (Intense Pulsed Light): Reduces redness and superficial pigmentation commonly associated with scars, promoting more even skin tone.
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Fractional Non-Ablative Laser (1540): Effectively resurfaces skin, reduces redness, remodels scar tissue, and encourages natural collagen production, all with minimal downtime.
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Long Pulse Nd:YAG Laser: Specifically addresses deeper redness within scars, effective for pronounced vascular components, with minimal discomfort and recovery.
Your cosmetic clinician will recommend the most suitable laser or combination of treatments after carefully assessing your individual scarring and skin type during your consultation.
How many sessions will I need to have?
This will depend on the severity of your scarring, the goals of your treatment plan, and the type of laser chosen.
As a general guide, laser treatment for scars will require anywhere from 2-7 sessions, with each session spaced 4–8 weeks apart.
Your Cosmetic Clinician will design a tailored plan that is right for your individual needs.
Is the laser scar treatment permanent?
Different types of scars present their own unique challenges. In many cases improvements to the appearance of scarring after laser treatments can persist long term.
Will laser improve all types of scars?
Laser treatments can significantly improve the appearance of many types of scars, but individual results will vary depending on the scar’s type, depth, colour, age, and your skin characteristics.
Laser therapies are commonly effective for:
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Acne scars: Fractional lasers (such as 1540 fractional and CO2) can improve texture and smoothness.
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Surgical and traumatic scars: Fractional lasers, Erbium, and CO2 lasers help soften and remodel these scars.
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Pigmented scars: Q-switch lasers and IPL are effective for reducing pigmentation within scars.
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Red or vascular scars: IPL and Long Pulse Nd:YAG lasers effectively target redness and blood vessels.
However, some scars, especially raised (hypertrophic or keloid) scars, may respond differently to laser treatments. These scar types often require additional or alternative approaches.
A personalised consultation with a qualified clinician will help determine whether laser treatment is suitable for your scar and discuss realistic outcomes and expectations.
Will laser scar treatments be noticeable?
Patients who are having laser treatment for scars can expect some redness and minor swelling following their sessions. This can last up to 3 days but in most cases subsides within just hours.
It’s likely you will notice skin dryness, which is why we recommend incorporating a more intensively hydrating product in your skincare routine to help reduce this.
How long does laser scar treatments take?
Laser scar removal treatment usually takes between 15–30 minutes per session, depending on the size of the area being treated.
