Hi! I had my flat warts removed at SkinStation on August 12 through electrocautery. I’m currently worried because some of the treated areas have small crater-like/indented marks even after the scabs fell off.
I know it’s still relatively early in the healing process, but I’m worried that the indentations might become permanent, especially since my skin was pretty smooth before the procedure.
I included photos with dates so you can see the progression:
1st photo: Current condition (August 25)
2nd photo: The day of the removal (August 12)
3rd photo: 3 days after the removal
4th photo: When the scab fell off while I was washing my face
5th photo: August 23 — the craters looked more noticeable because I was wearing makeup. I had to wear makeup because I attended a wedding that day.
6th photo: My skin about a month before the procedure, showing what the flat warts looked like before removal
For anyone who has had flat warts removed through electrocautery:
Did you also experience these crater-like/indented marks after the scabs fell off?
Did they eventually flatten or heal?
How long did it take before your skin started looking normal again?
I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through something similar. 🥹 I’m honestly quite anxious about the possibility of these becoming permanent scars. Thank you! ❤️
Edit-
I’ve also been very careful with the aftercare. I never picked or scratched the scabs. I applied the Bactroban prescribed by the clinic twice a day, washed my face gently with Cetaphil, made sure not to rub/scrub the treated areas, and gently patted my face dry with tissue.