Keloidsusually occur after an injury, like an abrasion,cut or a burn. Sometimes keloids mayevenform after a surgical procedure. These abrasions are usually thick and often quite painful, beside fromtheir unusual appearance.
Keloids can often befinely removed, then meticulously repaired to minimize the scar.Sometimes keloids return even after fine plastic surgery. Dr. Jacobsen also has access to other specialists who work on scar preventionand other types of therapies related to keloids. For keloids that tend to recur in addition to surgical removal, Dr. Jacobsen works with radiation specialists that can help treat keloids.
Keloid scars are generally covered by your health insurance, particularly when they follow previous surgical procedures. Inthe event of noncoverageDr. Jacobsen has a simple fee schedule where these can be removed in the office.
Everyone of course is concerned about the scar left behind. A scar will always be there, but it is our goal to make any scarring least noticeable as possible. As a Restorative and Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Jacobsen is specialized in the fine caring and reduction of keloids.We have a care program to help prevent and minimize any scar appearance after your procedure.
Dr. Jacobsen can help you with your keloid removal and finely done repair of your body and skin. Call or email us with your keloid removal question and we will be happy to help you!
Dr J and his staff look forward to understanding the details of your unique case, desires and aspirations, and to providing you with realistic, safe and attainable results that leave you looking beautiful, and truly feeling like yourself. Take the first step toward your healing or rejuvenating procedure with Dr J by filling out our contact form to request a consultation, or to inquire about any of the services we offer. We look forward to treating you!
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Dr J and his staff are committed to providing you with exceptional and compassionate care. On behalf of our entire team, we invite you to request a consultation to talk to Dr J about your goals, expectations and aspirations. We can’t wait to find out how our 20-plus years of experience in cosmetic and functional plastic surgery can help change your life, and make you a happier, healthier person.
Dr. William Jacobsen
Plastic Surgery
2525 East Arizona
Biltmore Circle, Suite C236
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Phone: 602-212-0100
Fax: 602.279.1701
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Our Procedures & Treatments
Dr J considers every surgery an opportunity to express his vision with his patients, and believes in natural, beautiful results that leave you feeling confident and beautiful, but most importantly, feeling like yourself. From extremely rare and complex surgical cases, to cosmetic surgery, Dr J has the experience, compassion and understanding to help you achieve your surgical goals.