How much does laser Scar removal Cost in Nigeria?
Laser scar removal surgery is the newest and most effective way of removing a bad scar. It has been found to help remove ugly scars by about 50 – 80 percent according to medical experts. Laser scar treatments don’t make a scar disappear. Instead, they are designed to make a scar appear less noticeable.
Indications for laser scar removal surgery
1. Keloid scars
2. Hypertrophic scars
3. Atrophic scars
Laser treatment procedure
Laser therapy uses focused beams of light to treat damaged areas on the body. It can remove tumors and other growths, improve vision, stop hair loss, and treat pain. Laser therapy can also improve the appearance of scars.
Laser treatment for scars is an outpatient procedure. Your doctor repeatedly moves a laser wand over your skin to remove damaged skin cells and diminish scars. These include:
➡️injury scars
➡️burn marks
➡️acne scars
➡️dark spots, age spots, and other types of hyperpigmentation
Because this procedure involves heat and light, your doctor may not recommend it if you have light sensitivity or allergies.
Contraindications to laser scar removal surgery – people not eligible for laser scar removal
Not everyone is a candidate for laser scar removal. People with skin disorders such as psoriasis, cystic acne and dermatitis may not be ideal candidates. Those using certain medications such as isotretinoin for acne must stop using the medication for six months prior to the procedure.
Your doctor may also discourage laser treatments if you have:
➡️active acne
➡️skin sores
➡️darker skin
How much does laser Scar removal Cost in Nigeria?
Since laser treatments for scars are cosmetic and elective procedures, your health insurance (NHIS) does not cover the cost.
The cost of treatment depends on:
➡️the size of the scar
➡️the number of scars
➡️the amount of laser treatments you will need
👉location of the hospital carrying out the procedure.
Remember you may require more than one visit or several visits to achieve your desired results. The cost of laser scar removal in Nigeria is around #650,000 – #5,000,000 Naira ($1,000 – $5,000). Plastic surgery hospitals like laserderm and Grandville based in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt have facilities for laser scar removal surgery.
Not all hospitals have the facilities and medical expertise for laser scar removal surgeries.
Risks
Laser scar removal surgery is not without its risks. This is because, heat and light is concentrated to treat damaged skin. You may experience side effects like:
➡️scarring
➡️swelling
➡️itching
➡️redness
➡️bleeding
➡️pain
Aftercare
Following the laser scar removal procedure, you are often advised to wash the treated area gently with a mild soap, pat it dry and apply an antibiotic ointment and a nonstick bandage. Your doctor may also prescribe an antibiotic to prevent infection and some over the counter painkillers for pain.
Avoid direct sunlight for four to six weeks after the procedure. Avoid medications that may slow the healing process.
Sources:
Healthline
Yourplasticsurgeryguide.com
