Where to get keloid treatment in Ho Chi Minh City? Treatment methods, costs, recovery

If you are looking for keloid treatment in Ho Chi Minh City, BonBoz Clinic is a Dermatology Specialty Clinic at 66–68 Võ Văn Tần, Xuân Hòa Ward (formerly District 3), operating under licence 11113/HCM-GPHĐ issued by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health. The doctor who examines patients directly is Dr. Bùi Thị Kim Kha, Specialist Level I physician, with a Level I specialty in Dermatology. The clinic has not published a separate price range for keloid treatment: the cost is quoted after the examination. The initial examination and skin analysis are free.

One thing to know first: a keloid is a chronic condition of scar tissue. The goal of treatment is a flatter, softer scar that itches less and does not grow back larger, not the complete removal of all traces.

How do keloids differ from hypertrophic scars, and why does the distinction matter?

Both are caused by excessive collagen production as a wound heals. A hypertrophic scar stays within the boundary of the original wound, appears early, and may fade and flatten over 1–2 years. A keloid grows beyond that boundary, keeps enlarging for months to years, is often itchy and painful, and does not settle on its own. Common sites are the chest, shoulders, earlobes after piercing, the jawline after cystic acne, and surgical incisions; DermNet notes that keloids are more common in people with darker skin.

A new hypertrophic scar may need only compression dressings, silicone sheets and a few injections; a keloid needs a longer course of treatment. Some other lesions also look like keloids — the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) gives the example of an allergy to the gold in earrings causing a swollen earlobe — so the first step is always an examination.

Still confused between types of post-acne scars? Read the article on how pitted acne scars differ from keloids and hypertrophic scars.

Choosing where to get keloid treatment: what should you check?

Check each of the criteria below for any place you are considering.

A place that promises to "completely erase keloids" is a sign to stop.

Evidence-based keloid treatment

According to BonBoz's page on keloids and hypertrophic scars, the methods used include:

• Injecting medication into the scar (intralesional injection): the foundation method, given several times at intervals of 3–6 weeks, which helps soften and flatten the scar and reduce itching; other medications can be combined within the scar when the response is poor.
• Laser to help reduce redness: reduces redness and itching and helps soften the scar when used together with injections; it cannot replace injections. See also Pastelle laser.
• Compression dressings, silicone sheets, cryotherapy: help flatten the scar and prevent recurrence, especially for new scars and after an intervention.
• Surgery with recurrence prevention: only for large scars that do not respond to injections.

Why not simple excision? The AAD writes that almost all keloids return after being cut out alone; DermNet notes that cutting can create a new keloid that is even larger. For injections, the AAD reports that about 50–80% of keloids shrink after injection, but many regrow within 5 years; this is why follow-up after the course ends is necessary.

For those asking about "laser for keloids": resurfacing lasers such as fractional CO2 laser can make keloids worse.

Cost of keloid treatment

BonBoz has not published a separate price range for keloid treatment; the cost is quoted after the examination. Intralesional injection is charged per session and by scar size, and the treatment plan involves several sessions. Factors that change the total cost:

• The number and size of scars (a small scar under 2 cm differs from a large, long-standing one).
• The number of injections the doctor expects after the examination, and the actual response over each session.
• Whether laser to reduce redness, compression dressings or silicone sheets are combined.

An exact quote is given after the examination, before you decide. For keloids, the price of each injection matters less than having a doctor who adjusts the dose correctly and monitors for recurrence.

What does a keloid treatment session at BonBoz involve?

1. 1Examination and differentiation: the dermatologist examines you, distinguishes the keloid from a hypertrophic scar and rules out other lesions.
2. 2Planning the course: the doctor states the expected number of injections, the interval between sessions and the follow-up milestones; laser or compression dressings are added when appropriate.
3. 3Injection: the injection stings, and a numbing cream can be applied beforehand. The doctor adjusts the dose each session to limit side effects.
4. 4Scar prevention guidance: for people prone to keloids, the doctor explains how to prevent scarring in new wounds.

How long is recovery, and what should you note between injections?

With keloids, "recovery" means the time it takes to see the scar change: usually the scar softens and itches less after 2–3 injections, then flattens gradually over a course of several months; after that, you need to be monitored for recurrence for at least 1 year.

Between injections:

• If compression dressings or silicone sheets are prescribed, use them for the full time each day. DermNet states that scar dressings should be worn 12–24 hours a day for at least 8–12 weeks. The AAD cautions against applying silicone sheets over scabs or open wounds.
• Tell your doctor if the skin around the scar becomes sunken, thinner, shows visible small blood vessels or loses colour: these are known side effects of over-injection, and the doctor will assess and adjust.
• If you have laser during the course, use sunscreen carefully and reapply it every 2 hours when outdoors, as the AAD recommends.

Who should not proceed right away, and when should you postpone?

• Wanting simple excision: not advisable; surgery is considered only for large scars that respond poorly to injections and must be accompanied by recurrence prevention right after the operation.
• Wanting resurfacing laser on a keloid: not suitable because it can make the scar worse.
• Darker skin and being offered cryotherapy: the AAD notes that cryotherapy can leave light patches that do not return to normal on brown skin, so the doctor needs to weigh this carefully.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding: tell your doctor before any injection or laser so the right timing can be considered.
• A scar that was cut out elsewhere and returned larger: needs a careful examination before any procedure.
• Prone to keloids and about to have surgery, a piercing or a tattoo: see the doctor first to plan scar prevention.

If you live in another district (District 7, Gò Vấp, Bình Thạnh, Thủ Đức), should you come to BonBoz in District 3?

Distance is not the main criterion. What decides the outcome is a correct diagnosis, a doctor with a practising certificate who personally injects and adjusts the dose, and a treatment plan with follow-up. An injection course lasts several months, with sessions 3–6 weeks apart, so choose a place where you can keep to the schedule. A place near your home that meets all the criteria in the table above is also a reasonable choice; if you are unsure, the free initial examination gives you a diagnosis and a treatment plan to compare.

Booking a keloid consultation at BonBoz

• Address: BonBoz Clinic, 66–68 Võ Văn Tần, Xuân Hòa Ward (formerly District 3), Ho Chi Minh City.
• Opening hours: Monday – Sunday, 08:00–20:00.
• Phone: 0869 612 310.
• Licences: 11113/HCM-GPHĐ (Dermatology) and 10036/HCM-GPHĐ (aesthetics), issued by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health, searchable at tracuu.medinet.org.vn.
• Doctor: Dr. Bùi Thị Kim Kha, Specialist Level I physician, Level I specialty in Dermatology, practising certificate 009784/ĐL-CCHN (issued by the Department of Health), more than 8 years of practice, holds a certificate in Laser and Light in Dermatology.
• The initial examination and skin analysis are free. See also the conditions the clinic treats on the dermatology treatment page; if a keloid on the jaw comes from cystic acne, acne treatment alongside it helps limit new scars. Send feedback and complaints via the Safety and complaints page.

References

• American Academy of Dermatology — Keloids: Diagnosis and treatment. <https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/keloids-treatment>
• DermNet — Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids: A Complete Overview. <https://dermnetnz.org/topics/keloid-and-hypertrophic-scar>
• American Academy of Dermatology — How to apply sunscreen. <https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/sun-protection/shade-clothing-sunscreen/how-to-apply-sunscreen>

Sources accessed on 11/11/2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does laser treatment for keloids cost?

BonBoz has not published a separate price range for keloid treatment, including the laser part; the cost is quoted after the examination. Laser here is only a supportive laser to reduce redness and itching, used together with injections, and it cannot replace injections.

Are keloid injections effective?

Injecting medication into the scar is the foundation method, helping the scar soften, flatten and itch less after a few sessions. The AAD reports that about 50–80% of keloids shrink after injection, but many scars can regrow within 5 years. For this reason the treatment plan needs follow-up and monitoring for at least 1 year after the scar has flattened.

How many sessions do I need to treat a keloid?

For a small keloid under 2 cm, the course is usually 3–6 injections, 3–6 weeks apart, depending on the response. Large, long-standing scars need a longer course and may combine several medications. The doctor confirms the number of sessions after the examination and adjusts according to your response.

What should I do if the skin around a keloid becomes sunken after injection?

Local skin thinning, visible small blood vessels or loss of colour are known side effects when the injected dose is too high. You should return to the dermatologist to have the degree assessed and to adjust or pause the injections. Do not treat that area yourself before being examined.

What should I do before a keloid injection?

Write down what injury the scar appeared after, how long it has been growing and what treatment you have had before, because the AAD stresses that the doctor needs to know how your skin responded to earlier treatment. Tell the doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication regularly. State your goal clearly (flatter, no more itching, being able to wear earrings again) so the doctor can set realistic expectations.

Can I use a cheap keloid cream?

This article does not evaluate specific products. For new scars and to prevent recurrence, silicone sheets are useful when applied continuously for several months; for long-standing keloids, topical and adhesive measures are only supportive.

Can a long-standing keloid be treated, and how much does it cost?

Large, long-standing keloids are usually hard, thick, itchy and painful; the doctor may combine several injected medications and consider surgery with recurrence prevention, over a long course. The cost depends on size, the number of injections and the combined methods, and is quoted after the examination.

Do keloids go away on their own?

No. A hypertrophic scar may settle on its own after 1–2 years, while a keloid usually keeps growing and does not settle on its own. A scar that is still growing months after the wound has healed is the time to see a doctor.

Content written by the BonBoz Clinic professional team.