Some scars fade quietly over time. Others linger. Red, raised, or uneven against otherwise healthy skin. At Miami Skin + Vein in Coral Gables, Dr. Shaun Patel uses advanced laser scar removal technologies to smooth and refine those areas with precision. We see patients from across Miami, Pinecrest, Kendall, and South Miami who want clearer skin that feels as even as it looks.
When Smooth Skin Feels Out of Reach
Scar tissue doesn’t behave like normal skin. It holds color differently, reflects light unevenly, and sometimes feels thicker or rougher to the touch. Laser scar removal works beneath the surface to retrain that tissue to calm redness, flatten texture, and encourage new collagen to form.
At Miami Skin + Vein, we don’t rely on a single device. Instead, Dr. Patel tailors every plan using a combination of advanced systems (VBeam, fractional CO2 laser, and Frax 1550), each chosen for its specific strength. The goal: smoother skin that blends naturally into its surroundings.
The VBeam pulsed dye laser is often where we start. It targets the vascular component of scars, the redness that keeps them visible. By constricting tiny blood vessels beneath the skin, VBeam gradually softens the color and flattens raised areas.
It’s especially effective for new surgical scars, acne scars, and pink or red marks that haven’t yet faded. Treatment is quick. Recovery is minimal. Most patients notice improvement within a few sessions as tone evens and texture smooths.
For deeper scars or uneven texture, the fractional ablative CO2 laser is used. This treatment delivers precise columns of energy into the skin, vaporizing damaged tissue while sparing surrounding areas to speed healing. The result is smoother, firmer skin with improved tone and texture. The CO2 laser is particularly effective for thicker, older scars or areas where the surface feels rough or uneven, offering more dramatic refinement with just a few sessions.
Deeper, more textured scars need something different. The Frax 1550 laser reaches into the dermis to stimulate collagen and rebuild from within.
It creates microscopic zones of controlled heat that prompt the skin’s natural repair process. Over the following months, new collagen forms, improving firmness and texture. Results build slowly and last. The Frax 1550 is especially effective on indented scars, stretch marks, and areas where skin feels uneven to the touch.
A Clean Slate
When scars improve, confidence follows. The skin feels smoother under fingertips. Makeup goes on evenly again. Light reflects the way it used to.
What patients notice most:
Treatments can be used almost anywhere: face, chest, back, even the body. Each plan is personalized to the scar’s type and the patient’s comfort level.
For Anyone Tired of Covering Up
If you have a scar that draws your attention every time you see it in the mirror, you’re likely a candidate. Acne scars. Surgical lines. Red marks that never quite faded.
During your consultation for laser scar removal Miami expert aesthetician Dr. Patel examines the color, depth, and age of the scar, along with your skin tone and overall health. Most patients (whether in their twenties or well into their sixties) qualify for at least one of our laser options. Those with active infections or open wounds will need to wait until the skin has fully healed before treatment.
A Plan Made Just for You
The process for laser scar removal begins with a quiet, detailed conversation. Dr. Patel looks at the scar, but also at the surrounding skin. He’ll ask how long it’s been there, what treatments you’ve tried, and how it makes you feel day-to-day.
You may be asked to pause certain topicals, like retinoids, or avoid direct sun exposure for a week or two. The preparation is simple, but following it closely helps ensure your skin responds beautifully.
An Hour Well Spent
Each session lasts about 30 to 60 minutes. A topical numbing cream is applied for comfort.
You’ll feel brief warmth or a light snapping sensation as the laser pulses across the skin. Cooling is used throughout to reduce heat and protect the surface. Once finished, the area may appear pink or slightly puffy for a few hours. Most patients resume their day immediately. No bandages, no hiding.
Results appear gradually over several weeks as the skin rebuilds new collagen and pigment fades.
Pricing That Reflects Precision
The cost of laser scar removal in Coral Gables varies depending on the scar’s size, depth, and the number of sessions required. Some patients see dramatic results after a few visits; others benefit from a series spaced months apart.
During your consultation, we’ll outline the full plan. Number of sessions, estimated costs, and what each includes. Pricing always covers your physician’s evaluation, the treatment itself, and post-care recommendations to protect your results.
Laser Work, Boutique-Level Care
Because precision matters.
At Miami Skin + Vein, every laser treatment is physician-led. Dr. Shaun Patel, a Harvard-trained physician and Key Opinion Leader for Candela Medical, has spent over a decade refining his approach to vascular and resurfacing lasers.
We use VBeam, Frax 1550, and CO2 systems not because they’re trendy, but because they’re clinically proven and adaptable to different scar types and skin tones. The goal is always the same: clear, balanced skin that looks untouched by treatment.
Smooth Starts Here
Scars shouldn’t define your skin. Schedule a consultation at Miami Skin + Vein to discuss your options for safe, physician-guided laser scar removal.
Call (786) 618-5039 or visit our Coral Gables office, convenient to South Miami, Pinecrest, and Kendall, to begin your plan toward smoother, more even skin.
Most describe it as mild warmth or light snapping on the skin. A numbing cream keeps the treatment comfortable.
Yes. Many patients combine laser scar revision with medical-grade skincare or microneedling to support healing and results.
You’ll notice gradual improvement after each session. Results continue to refine over several months and are long-lasting with proper care.
Yes. Our suite of lasers, including VBeam and Frax 1550, allows us to safely treat a wide range of skin tones.
Minimal. Most patients return to normal activities the same day, with only mild redness for a short period.
