Surgical Scar Treatments

Surgical scars don’t have to be permanent reminders. At Colorado Skin & Vein, advanced laser technology and medical expertise transform even stubborn post-surgical marks, helping you move forward with confidence and smoother, more even skin.
Laser Treatment for Surgical Scars
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Understanding Surgical Scar Revision

How Do Surgical Scar Treatments Work?

Surgical scars form when skin repairs itself after an incision. Advanced laser and energy-based treatments break down excess collagen, stimulate healthy tissue regeneration, and normalize pigmentation—revealing smoother, less visible results.

Fractional Laser Resurfacing –
Creates micro-columns of controlled heat that stimulate collagen remodeling, replacing scar tissue with healthy new skin while

Pulsed Dye Laser (PDL) –
Targets redness and blood vessels in fresh surgical scars, reducing discoloration and flattening raised tissue with minimal downtime.

IPL Photofacial Therapy –
– Treats pigmentation irregularities and brown discoloration in mature scars, evening out skin tone through targeted light energy.

Microneedling –
Combines controlled micro-injuries with heat energy to boost deep collagen production, improving both texture and elasticity in surgical scar tissue.

Effective Solutions

ADVANCED SCAR TREATMENTS. PROVEN RESULTS.

Every surgical scar is unique—shaped by incision type, healing process, and your skin’s response. We offer medical-grade solutions tailored to your scar’s depth, age, and texture, delivering visible improvement with minimal downtime.

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Transform surgical scars with fractional CO2 laser technology that erases irregularities, tightens tissue, and dramatically improves texture—our most powerful single treatment for post-surgical scar revision.

IPL / BBL Photofacial

Fade brown and red discoloration in surgical scars using calibrated light energy that targets pigment and broken capillaries, revealing clearer, more even-toned skin with no downtime.

Microneedling

Stimulate deep collagen renewal through controlled micro-injuries paired with radiofrequency energy, softening surgical scar texture and improving skin elasticity over a series of comfortable sessions.

Dermal Fillers

Instantly lift sunken surgical scars with advanced hyaluronic acid fillers that restore volume, smooth contours, and encourage your skin’s own collagen production for lasting improvement.
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Have Questions About Surgical Scars? Ask Ava

Wondering which laser treatment is right for your scar type, what recovery looks like, or when to start treatment? Ava, our intelligent skin health assistant, provides instant, personalized answers about surgical scar revision—anytime, day or night.

Our Team

20+ Years of Aesthetics Excellence

Aesthetic Treatements

The team at Colorado Skin & Vein, led by David Verebelyi, MD, RVT, and Christina Jordan, FNP, CANS, has been treating vein conditions for over two decades, earning a reputation as leaders in advanced aesthetics, vascular, and laser medicine.

Dr. David Verebelyi serves as Chief of Laser Surgery at Colorado Skin & Vein, bringing over 20 years of specialized experience in venous care and minimally invasive vein treatments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Scar Treatments

How soon after surgery can I start scar treatment?
Most laser treatments can begin 6-8 weeks after surgery once incisions are fully healed and sutures removed. Earlier intervention often produces better results, though mature scars also respond well to treatment.
While complete removal isn’t possible, laser treatments can reduce surgical scars by 50-80%, significantly improving texture, color, and overall visibility. Results depend on scar type, age, and treatment series.
Most surgical scars require 3-6 treatment sessions spaced 4-8 weeks apart for optimal results. Deeper or older scars may benefit from additional sessions. Your personalized plan will be discussed during consultation.
Most patients tolerate treatments well with topical numbing cream applied beforehand. You may feel warmth or brief discomfort during the procedure, followed by a sunburn-like sensation for 24-48 hours.
Non-ablative treatments require minimal to no downtime; ablative fractional CO2 resurfacing involves 5-7 days of healing. Most patients return to work within days, with makeup covering any residual redness.
Absolutely. While fresher scars often respond faster, mature surgical scars—even those years old—can be significantly improved with the right combination of laser and energy-based treatments.
Raised (hypertrophic) scars, red or discolored scars, depressed scars, wide scars, and keloid scars all respond to laser treatment. Board-certified evaluation determines the most effective approach for your specific scar.
Yes. Fractional laser resurfacing, IPL, and microneedling effectively improve C-section scars by reducing thickness, evening pigmentation, and softening texture—even years after delivery.
Cosmetic scar revision is typically not covered by insurance. However, treatment for functionally impairing scars (limiting movement) or keloids may qualify for coverage. We’ll verify benefits when applicable.

Denver's Aesthetic Experts

For over 20 years, Denver-area patients have trusted us for exceptional aesthetic results. Our combination of board-certified medical expertise, advanced laser technology, and personalized care delivers transformations that look natural and feel authentic.

20+ years of aesthetic treatment experience

Double board-certified physician

State-of-the-art laser technology

Personalized treatment plans for natural results

Customized treatment plans

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