In most cases, the scar is minimal, and responds well to steroids. Pain can be a progressive problem during the healing phase, which can last three weeks or more. However, the carbon dioxide laser also offers a very high success rate, with very few recurrences.
For the majority of cases, the scar is small and heals effectively with steroid treatment. During the healing process, pain can be a persistent problem that may persist for several weeks. Nevertheless, the carbon dioxide laser provides an exceptionally high success rate, with minimal recurrence.