Scar refers to scarring. When the wound on the face is not deep, it usually does not leave a scar (only damages the epidermis), but if the wound is deeper (involves the dermis), there is a possibility of scarring, which can be improved by medication and physical therapy.
Wounds on the face that only injure the epidermis should be cleaned and sterilized in a timely manner. Antibiotic medications, such as erythromycin and mupirocin ointment, can be applied as prescribed by the doctor to promote wound recovery. After the wound scab, it will fall off naturally and usually no scar will be formed.
For deeper wounds involving the dermis, scarring may occur, and drugs to inhibit scar formation such as silicone gel can be used externally at an early stage. If localized hyperplastic scar or keloid is formed, local injection of glucocorticoid such as betamethasone can be used. You can also take laser treatment, such as fractional laser to remove the scar.
If wounds occur, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner, under the guidance of the doctor to standardize the treatment, the use of drugs need to follow the doctor’s instructions.