Types of Scars and Treatment Methods

The best treatment depends on the type of scar. We offer a comprehensive approach to address various scar conditions:

• Surface Irregularities & Discoloration: These shallow scars can be treated with non-surgical methods like laser therapy, dermabrasion, and chemical peels to improve texture and tone.
• Keloid & Hypertrophic Scars: These are raised, red scars that can be itchy or painful. Treatment often involves a combination of steroid injections, surgical removal, and pressure therapy.
• Depressed (Atrophic) Scars: These are sunken scars often caused by acne or chickenpox. They can be treated with dermal fillers or fat grafting to raise the skin's surface.
• Contracture Scars: Scars that pull the skin and limit movement, often from burns. Surgical intervention is typically required to release the tension and restore function.

The Surgical Scar Revision Process

For more severe scars, a surgical approach may be recommended. The process includes:

1. Personalized Consultation: Our surgeon will assess your scar and determine the most effective surgical technique, such as Z-plasty or W-plasty, to reposition or minimize the scar.
2. Anesthesia: The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia, but general anesthesia may be used for more extensive cases.
3. Surgical Technique: The surgeon carefully removes the old scar tissue and re-creates a new incision line, often changing its direction to make it less noticeable.
4. Closing: The new incision is meticulously closed with sutures, resulting in a cleaner, less conspicuous scar.