Post-surgical scarring and the remnants of traumatic wounds can be embarrassing and uncomfortable problems. Dr. Schoenhaus offers scar reduction therapy with laser genesis, injections, and topical treatments to reduce the appearance of scars.
Many people with scars in hard-to-hide places choose scar reduction therapy to make scars less noticeable. Scars are permanent, but many treatments can reduce their appearance, including:
When we are injured or have surgery, scars are a natural part of the skin’s healing process. However, there are many different kinds of scars that may develop due to the nature of the injury and other factors like ethnicity, genetics, age, and sex.
Dr. Schoenhaus can help you determine which method of scar reduction therapy will be best for you and will provide instructions for aftercare. However, scar reduction therapy is not for everyone. Certain skin conditions may make you ineligible for scar reduction therapy, including:
To learn more about scar reduction therapy, schedule a consultation with Dr. Schoenhaus today.
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Many people with scars in hard-to-hide places choose scar reduction therapy to make scars less noticeable. Scars are permanent, but scar reduction therapy can reduce their appearance or eliminate them.
Scar reduction treatments include: • Injections. Steroids may be infused into the skin to reduce the protrusion of keloid and hypertrophic scars. Injections can be used alone or in conjunction with other treatments. Topical treatments. Scars caused by injuries, wounds, and acne can often be treated with ointments and creams. These can reduce the discoloration and elevation of a scar and can be found in both over-the-counter and prescription varieties. Laser scar removal. A laser can be carefully guided along the surface of the scar. This works by stimulating collagen production and reorganization to improve the texture of the skin while vascular settings on the laser help to reduce the redness in the scar. Treatments are typically performed in an outpatient environment without the need for anesthesia.
When we are injured or have surgery, scars are a natural part of the skin’s healing process. However, there are many different kinds of scars that may develop due to the nature of the injury and other factors like ethnicity, genetics, age, and sex.
There are many different types of scars including: • Keloid scars • Hypertrophic scars • Contracture scars • Atrophic scars or acne scars
Certain skin conditions may make you ineligible for scar reduction therapy, including: • Cystic acne • Dermatitis • Psoriasis