Keloids are thick raised scars that occur at sites of trauma or prior surgery, including locations on the ear or other body piercings. They are more common among dark skinned individuals, but can occur in people of all races. Keloids can be pink or purple in color with a smooth top. They grow progressively and unlike regular scars, they do not go away over time.

Dr. Davis can treat keloids by:

• Injecting cortisone into the keloid area.
• Excising the keloid (under local anesthesia) with preventative medicine that will prevent recurrence (either topical Aldara or injectable cortisone).