Microneedling vs skin smoothing for early facial scars
Part of Injuries & trauma, Skin clinical trials.
This study compares two treatments for surgical scars on the upper face: microneedling (tiny needles that stimulate healing) and dermabrasion (smoothing the skin). It aims to find which method works better for improving scar appearance early on.
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Who can take part
- You have a surgical scar on the upper part of your face (between your hairline and eyebrows).
- You are 18 years old or older.
- Your skin type is fair, light, or medium (types 1 to 3 on the Fitzpatrick scale).
- You are willing to join the clinic's research registry and express interest in the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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