Scar Treatment with Injection

Scar Treatment with Injection

from 60 min

3,500 kr

Injection treatment of scars, such as acne scars or raised scars, after assessment by a doctor.

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About the treatment

At a glance

Duration
1 hr
Pain level
Most people rate the discomfort 3–5 out of 10
Downtime
Usually 1–3 days of swelling

Benefits

  • A method suited to the scar
  • Performed by a doctor
  • Flatter, softer scars

Expected results

The scar becomes gradually flatter, softer or smoother through the series. It does not disappear completely, and the result varies.

Overview & Procedure

What the treatment is and how it's performed

What it is

Scars can be treated with injections in different ways. Raised scars and keloids can be flattened with injections that calm the scar tissue. Sunken scars, for example after acne, can be lifted with filler or by releasing the scar bands under the skin with a needle (subcision). A doctor examines the scar and chooses the method.

  • Usually two to four treatments four to six weeks apart.
  • The number depends on the scar type and size.

  1. The doctor examines the scar and chooses the method.
  2. The skin is cleaned. Numbing is used if needed.
  3. The scar is treated with injections or subcision.
  4. The area is covered if needed.

The treatment takes 20–45 minutes.

Experience & Recovery

Pain level, downtime and healing

Most people rate the discomfort 3–5 out of 10. Raised scars are firm and can be tender to treat.

  • Common: tenderness, swelling and bruising.
  • Uncommon: lighter skin or small visible blood vessels in the scar after injections into raised scars.
  • Rare: thinning of the skin around the scar, or infection.

  • Keep the area clean for the first day.
  • Avoid strong sun, and use a high-factor sunscreen.
  • Follow the doctor's advice on massage or silicone plasters.

Usually 1–3 days of swelling. Small bruises can last a week, especially after subcision.

Expectations & Safety

Who it's for and safety information

  • Scars can become softer, flatter and less visible, but they do not disappear completely.
  • Keloids can come back. The doctor makes a follow-up plan.

  • Raised scars and keloids.
  • Sunken acne scars.
  • Scars that feel tight or itch.

  • Fresh scars that are still healing. Wait until the scar has settled, unless a doctor recommends early treatment.
  • Large burn scars, which need other follow-up.

The improvement comes gradually through the series. Keloids can need follow-up over time.

  • Infection or wounds in the area.
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding, for some methods.
  • Bleeding disorders. If you take blood-thinning medicine, tell the clinic.

Contact the clinic if the area becomes redder, more swollen, warm or painful after two days, if pus appears, or if you get a fever.