Keloid Injection

Keloid Injection in Jakarta – Keloid Scar Treatment at Ovela Clinic

Do you have a raised scar that keeps growing, feels itchy or painful, or affects your confidence?

A keloid is an overgrowth of scar tissue that may develop after an injury to the skin, including acne, surgery, piercings, burns, or other wounds. Unlike ordinary scars, keloids can extend beyond the original wound and may not flatten naturally over time.

Keloid Injection is a non-surgical medical treatment designed to help flatten and soften raised keloid scars while reducing symptoms such as itching, pain, and discomfort.

At Ovela Clinic Jakarta, keloid injections are performed following a medical assessment of the scar's size, thickness, location, and characteristics.

Keloid Injection at Ovela Clinic starts from IDR 400,000, with consultations available at our Tebet clinic in South Jakarta and Kebon Jeruk clinic in West Jakarta.

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What Is Keloid Injection?

Keloid Injection is a medical procedure in which medication is injected directly into a keloid scar to help reduce its thickness, size, and associated symptoms.

One of the most commonly used medications is an intralesional corticosteroid, such as triamcinolone acetonide.

Corticosteroids help suppress inflammation and excessive scar tissue formation, allowing the keloid to gradually become softer, flatter, and less prominent. The treatment may also relieve itching, tenderness, or pain associated with keloid scars.

However, results vary between patients. Keloid injections do not always remove a scar completely, and some patients may require multiple sessions or additional therapies.

What Causes Keloid Scars?

Keloids develop when the body's wound-healing process produces excessive scar tissue.

Normally, collagen is produced to repair damaged skin. In people who are prone to keloid formation, this process becomes dysregulated, leading to excessive scar tissue growth.

Keloids may develop after:

• Inflammatory acne, particularly on the chest, back, or jawline.
• Surgical incisions or stitches, including scars from previous operations.
• Ear piercings, involving the earlobe or cartilage.
• Burns or skin injuries.
• Cuts, scratches, or other skin trauma.
• Inflammatory skin conditions that cause tissue damage.

Genetics and a family history of keloids may also increase the likelihood of developing them.

Common locations include the chest, shoulders, upper back, ears, and jawline.

Keloid vs Hypertrophic Scar: What's the Difference?

Not every raised scar is a keloid.

Keloids and hypertrophic scars both involve excessive scar tissue formation, but they have different characteristics.

Characteristics	Keloid Scar	Hypertrophic Scar
Growth	May extend beyond the original wound	Usually remains within the wound boundaries
Progression	May continue growing	May gradually improve over time
Symptoms	May cause itching, pain, or tightness	May cause similar symptoms
Recurrence risk	Relatively high	Generally lower
Treatment	Injections or combination therapy	Depends on the scar's characteristics

Distinguishing between these types of scars is important because their treatment approaches and expected responses may differ.

How Does Keloid Injection Work?

Keloid injections deliver medication directly into the thickened scar tissue.

When intralesional corticosteroids are used, the medication helps reduce inflammation and excessive scar formation.

Over time, the treated scar may become softer, flatter, and less noticeable.

1. Reduced scar thickness.
2. Gradual reduction in keloid size.
3. A flatter scar surface.
4. Less itching and discomfort.
5. Reduced redness in some patients.

These improvements usually develop gradually and may require several treatment sessions.

What Are the Benefits of Keloid Injection?

1. Helps Reduce Keloid Size

Keloid injections may gradually reduce the thickness and prominence of raised scars.

2. Helps Flatten Raised Scar Tissue

As the scar becomes softer and thinner, its surface may appear flatter and less noticeable.

3. Relieves Itching and Discomfort

Keloids can cause itching, tenderness, pain, or a pulling sensation. Injections may help reduce these symptoms.

4. Non-Surgical Procedure

Keloid Injection is performed without surgical incisions and is generally an outpatient procedure.

5. Minimal Downtime

Most patients can resume their normal activities after treatment, although temporary tenderness or discomfort may occur at the injection site.

6. Can Be Combined with Other Treatments

For selected patients, doctors may recommend additional therapies to improve treatment response or help manage recurrence.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Keloid Injection?

Keloid Injection may be considered for patients with:

• Raised scars that are becoming thicker or larger.
• Keloids developing after surgery or stitches.
• Keloids caused by ear piercings.
• Raised keloid scars following inflammatory acne.
• Scars associated with itching, pain, or discomfort.
• Prominent scar tissue that affects appearance or daily comfort.

However, not every type of scar should be treated with injections.

For example, depressed or pitted acne scars, also known as atrophic acne scars, are different from keloids and generally require a different treatment approach.

For depressed acne scars, your doctor may recommend Scar Booster Treatment and Acne Scar Laser Treatment depending on the type, depth, and characteristics of the scars.

These treatments are not automatically appropriate for active keloids. A medical assessment is important to identify the type of scar before selecting a procedure.

What Happens During a Keloid Injection at Ovela Clinic?

1. Consultation and Scar Assessment

Your doctor examines the keloid's size, thickness, location, and symptoms. Your medical history, the original cause of the scar, and any previous treatments will also be considered.

2. Personalized Treatment Planning

The doctor determines the appropriate medication, dosage, and treatment interval based on the characteristics of your keloid.

3. Treatment Preparation

The treatment area is cleaned before the injection. Comfort measures may be considered depending on your needs.

4. Keloid Injection Procedure

Medication is injected directly into the keloid using an intralesional injection technique. The number of injection points and dosage depend on the size and thickness of the scar.

5. Follow-Up and Evaluation

Your doctor evaluates changes in scar thickness, size, and symptoms before deciding whether further sessions are necessary.

How Many Keloid Injection Sessions Are Needed?

Keloid injections often require multiple sessions to achieve meaningful improvement.

For many patients, an initial course of approximately 3–6 sessions may be considered, although the actual number depends on the keloid's size, thickness, location, age, and response to treatment.

Smaller or relatively new keloids may respond sooner, while larger, thicker, or longstanding scars may require additional sessions or combination therapy.

Treatment intervals are commonly around 4–6 weeks, depending on the doctor's assessment.

The number of sessions does not guarantee a particular result. Treatment response and possible side effects should be evaluated at each visit.

When Will I See Results from Keloid Injection?

Improvements from keloid injections generally develop gradually.

Some patients notice reduced itching or softer scar tissue after the initial session.. Visible changes in scar thickness and size may take several weeks or multiple treatment sessions.

The speed of improvement depends on the characteristics of the keloid and individual response to treatment.

Your doctor will monitor progress and adjust the treatment plan when necessary.

Can Keloid Injections Remove Keloids Completely?

Keloid injections can help flatten and reduce scar tissue, but they do not always remove keloids completely.

In some patients, the scar becomes significantly flatter, softer, and less symptomatic.

However, some residual scar tissue may remain visible even after several treatment sessions.

The main goals of treatment are to improve the scar's appearance, relieve symptoms, and help control excessive scar growth.

Can Keloids Grow Back After Injection?

Yes. Keloids have a tendency to recur, even after successful flattening or reduction in size.

The risk of recurrence depends on factors such as scar location, size, genetic predisposition, and individual response to treatment.

In certain cases, doctors may recommend additional measures, including silicone gel, silicone sheets, or other combination treatments when appropriate.

Follow-up assessments can help monitor the response and identify whether further treatment is needed.

Is Keloid Injection Painful?

Keloid injections may cause temporary pain or discomfort because the medication is delivered directly into relatively dense scar tissue.

Pain intensity varies depending on the scar's size, location, and individual sensitivity.

Your doctor may consider suitable comfort measures when necessary.

Temporary tenderness at the injection site can also occur after the procedure.

Is Keloid Injection Safe? What Are the Side Effects?

Intralesional corticosteroid injection is a commonly used medical treatment for keloid scars.

However, like other medical procedures, it carries potential side effects.

Possible side effects include:

• Pain or tenderness at the injection site.
• Skin color changes, including hypopigmentation.
• Skin thinning or tissue atrophy.
• Small visible blood vessels, known as telangiectasia.
• Changes in skin texture.
• Skin breakdown or ulceration in certain cases.

The likelihood of side effects depends on the medication, concentration, dosage, injection technique, treatment location, and individual response.

For this reason, medication selection and treatment intervals should be determined by a qualified doctor.

How Much Does Keloid Injection Cost in Jakarta?

Keloid Injection at Ovela Clinic Jakarta starts from IDR 400,000.

The final treatment cost may vary depending on the size, number, location, and thickness of the keloids.

Factors that influence pricing include:

• Scar size: larger scars may require a different treatment approach.
• Number of keloids: treating multiple scars may affect the total cost.
• Scar thickness: thicker keloids may require adjustments to the treatment plan.
• Number of sessions: some patients need several treatments.
• Additional therapies: combination treatment may be recommended in selected cases.

The final cost will be confirmed after a medical assessment and treatment planning.

Would you like an estimated price for your keloid treatment?

Contact Ovela Clinic through WhatsApp. You may share a photo of your scar to help with an initial assessment, although a definitive diagnosis and treatment plan require an examination by a doctor.

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Keloid Injection vs Other Scar Treatments

Different types of scars require different treatment approaches.

Scar Type	Characteristics	Treatment Options
Keloid Scar	Raised scar extending beyond the original wound	Keloid Injection or combination therapy
Hypertrophic scar	Raised scar usually remaining within the wound boundaries	Injections or other scar therapies, depending on the condition
Atrophic acne scar	Depressed or pitted scar	Scar Booster or Acne Scar Laser Treatment
Scars with uneven texture	Varying appearance and depth	Treatment selected according to scar type

For depressed acne scars or certain skin texture concerns, your doctor may consider Scar Booster or Laser Bekas Jerawat According to approved indications

It is important to understand that treatments designed for depressed scars are not necessarily appropriate for active keloids. Identifying the correct scar type is the first step toward choosing a suitable treatment.

Why Choose Ovela Clinic for Keloid Injection in Jakarta?

Doctor-Led Scar Assessment

Every patient receives a medical evaluation to identify the scar type, skin condition, and appropriate treatment options.

Personalized Treatment Planning

Scar size, location, thickness, and treatment history are considered when determining the injection plan and treatment intervals.

Realistic Medical Expectations

Ovela Clinic focuses on improving scar appearance and symptoms while recognizing that treatment response varies and keloids can recur.

Treatment Options for Different Scar Types

In addition to Keloid Injection, Ovela Clinic offers other scar treatments, including Scar Booster and laser treatments for selected acne scars.

Prices Starting from IDR 400,000

Patients can obtain an initial price reference before consultation and a more personalized estimate following an examination.

Two Convenient Jakarta Locations

Ovela Clinic welcomes patients at Tebet, South Jakarta, and Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta.

Frequently Asked Questions About Keloid Injection

1. How much does Keloid Injection cost at Ovela Clinic?

Keloid Injection starts from IDR 400,000. The final price depends on scar size, number, location, and individual treatment requirements.

2. Are keloid injections effective?

Keloid injections can help reduce scar thickness and size while relieving symptoms such as itching and pain. Results vary between patients.

3. How many keloid injections are needed to flatten a scar?

Some patients may require approximately 3–6 initial sessions, although the number varies depending on the scar and its response to treatment.

4. How often should keloid injections be performed?

Treatment intervals are commonly around 4–6 weeks, depending on your doctor's recommendation.

5. Can keloid injections remove scars permanently?

Not always. Keloids may become significantly flatter, but recurrence remains possible.

6. Do keloid injections hurt?

The procedure may cause temporary pain or discomfort. Sensitivity varies between patients.

7. What medication is used for keloid injections?

Intralesional corticosteroids, such as triamcinolone acetonide, are commonly used. Your doctor determines the appropriate medication and dosage.

8. Can keloid injections treat surgical scars?

Yes, if the surgical scar has developed into a keloid or another raised scar that is appropriate for injection treatment.

9. Can keloids on the ears be treated with injections?

Ear keloids, including those caused by piercings, may be considered for injection treatment. Some cases require combination therapy.

10. Can acne-related keloids be treated with injections?

Yes, if the scar is a true keloid. Depressed acne scars require a different approach, such as Scar Booster or selected laser treatments.

11. Can keloid injections cause skin depressions?

Yes. Skin thinning or tissue atrophy is a possible side effect of intralesional corticosteroid injections.

12. Can keloids grow back after treatment?

Yes. Keloids may recur even after they have become smaller or flatter.

13. Do keloids need to be surgically removed?

Not always. Keloid Injection is a non-surgical treatment option. Surgery may be considered in selected cases, often with additional measures to reduce recurrence.

14. Can I return to normal activities after Keloid Injection?

Most patients can resume their usual activities after treatment. Your doctor will provide specific aftercare instructions.

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Raised, itchy, or uncomfortable keloid scars can be assessed to determine an appropriate treatment approach.

Keloid injections may help gradually reduce scar thickness and size while improving symptoms.

Keloid Injection at Ovela Clinic starts from IDR 400,000.

Consult our doctors for a personalized treatment recommendation based on your scar's condition.

• Ovela Clinic Tebet – South Jakarta

Royal Palace Blok B-34

Jl. Prof. Dr. Soepomo SH No. 178A

Tebet, South Jakarta

WhatsApp: +62 857-8888-9188

• Ovela Clinic Kebon Jeruk – West Jakarta

Jl. Panjang Arteri Kelapa Dua Raya No. 61 Blok J

Kebon Jeruk – West Jakarta 11550

WhatsApp: +62 822-4040-8086

Medical Reviewer: dr. Ovin Endah Lestari

Aesthetic Physician & Founder of Ovela Clinic

Last Medically Reviewed: October 13, 2026

This article is intended for patient education and does not replace an individual medical consultation. Treatment suitability, outcomes, and risks vary between patients.