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What is a dermatologist?

A dermatologist is a medical doctor who specializes in treating the skin, hair, and nails. Dermatologists care for people of all ages.

Treatments, Procedures, and Home Remedies

Treatment options for facial scars

When a wound heals, it may eventually turn into a scar. Facial scars come in numerous forms and may be caused by injuries, acne, burns, or surgery. Since your face is constantly exposed to the environment, scars on this part of your body may have a harder time healing. Whereas you may be able to cover up or protect other areas of your body while a wound heals, your face is open to the elements for most of the day. It may not be possible to fully protect wounds on the face as they heal, and it may be difficult to keep treatments (e.g., ointments, creams) from rubbing away. The good news is that if you’re looking to treat facial scars, you have a lot of options to consider. Read through these popular methods, and discuss all of the benefits and risks with a dermatologist.

Dermabrasion is one of the most effective and most popular methods for treating facial scars. Unlike microdermabrasion kits you can buy at the drugstore, dermabrasion is performed by a dermatologist. They use a wire brush or a wheel to exfoliate the top layer of skin on your face.

Some of the complications of dermabrasion include:

  • infection
  • darkening of the skin
  • redness and swelling
  • uneven skin tone

Pros

  • Many people see a 50 percent reduction in their scars.

Cons

  • Dermabrasion can be very uncomfortable.
  • It’s not a good choice for people with sensitive skin.
  • It’s not a good choice for people with autoimmune disorders.

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Chemical peels contain mild acids that are applied in a single layer on the skin. As a result, the upper layer of skin (epidermis) exfoliates and rolls off, exposing a new layer of skin.

There are three types of chemical peel:

  • Deep peel: This peel uses phenol and is the most common type used for scars because it gets deeper into the skin.
  • Superficial peel: This peel has milder effects and might improve discoloration associated with minor scars.
  • Medium peel: While also used for discoloration, the glycolic acid in this peel is most often used for antiaging treatments.

Deep peels are so intense that, according to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, they can take up to three weeks to heal. Your face will be bandaged, and the dressings need to be changed several times a day. You may also need to take antiviral medications to prevent illness.

Chemical peels are popular skin treatments, so they are widely available. However, for scar treatment, you should only get a peel from a board-certified dermatologist.

Pros

  • Chemical peels are widely available.
  • They may treat other skin problems besides scars, such as age spots and wrinkles.
  • They can result in smoother, younger-looking skin.

Cons

  • Chemical peels can leave skin more sensitive to the sun, which can lead to burns and scarring.
  • They may irritate sensitive skin, especially if you have a history of eczema.
  • They may worsen symptoms of rosacea and psoriasis.
  • They’re not recommended for pregnant and nursing women.
  • They don’t work as well on people who have darker skin.

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Laser resurfacing has the same goal as chemical peels and dermabrasion: to remove the top layer of skin. Unlike acids and tools, laser resurfacing uses high-powered laser beams for skin removal.

There are two types: erbium and carbon dioxide laser resurfacing. While erbium is the safest method for the face, carbon dioxide appears to be the most effective in treating scars. Once you leave the doctor’s office, you will need to keep the area bandaged until it completely heals.

Pros

  • Laser resurfacing has a faster healing time (3 to 10 days) than other treatments.

Cons

  • It’s not a good choice for people still experiencing acne breakouts.
  • It’s not as effective on people with darker skin tones.
  • It can cause infections, scarring, and changes in skin pigmentations.

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Plastic surgery is another treatment option. Unlike the procedures listed earlier, surgery is a more invasive process in which the scar tissue is surgically removed or altered with a scalpel. Depending on your goals and the severity of the scar, your doctor may remove the scar or the epidermis or even move the scar to minimize its appearance. Unlike the other treatment options, you may need to see a plastic surgeon instead of a dermatologist for this procedure. Always look for a board-certified surgeon with a proven record of success with plastic surgery for facial scars.

Pros

  • Plastic surgery usually has a better outcome than any other treatment. There are also several different treatments available for scars.

Cons

  • Its high cost can keep it from being an option for most people. More complicated procedures also have a higher risk of causing infections and leaving scars.

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Home remedies are considered a more affordable and less invasive way to treat facial scars. Many of these remedies are already available in your pantry or medicine cabinet. The following are some options:

  • Petroleum jelly: Its hydrating effects may prevent scars from getting worse.
  • Bleaching kits: These are sold over the counter.
  • Honey: It may help reduce redness and infections.

Pros

  • Home remedies are the most affordable options.
  • They are also more widely available because they can be purchased at drugstores.

Cons

  • There is no guarantee that home remedies will effectively treat facial scars, and little research has been done to confirm their efficacy.
  • There’s also the risk of allergic reactions of the skin.

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Treating skin wounds can help minimize or even prevent scars from occurring in the first place. If you have a wound or cut on your face, make sure you keep it clean. Applying petroleum jelly or Vaseline to the wound can help keep it moist and prevent scab formation. It is not necessary to apply topical antibiotics, like Neosporin, because simply washing the wound with mild soap and water is sufficient.

Wearing sunscreen can help minimize the appearance of scars once they have healed. By applying sunscreen to your face every day, you can prevent a scar from turning brown or red from sun exposure. In some cases, sunscreen can even help scars fade. Make sure to use SPF 30 or higher.

Numerous treatments are available for facial scars, but the ultimate choice depends on your budget, risks, and the type of scar you have. It’s important to work closely with your dermatologist to determine the best option for you. It’s also important to bear in mind that most scars are permanent. Though a given treatment might significantly reduce a scar’s appearance, it may not remove the scar entirely.

Once a wound has turned into a scar, it’s not likely to worsen. If the area begins to itch, turn red, or grow, see your doctor right away.

Laser facial scar removal | Remove scars with laser

Scars form on the face for various reasons. They rarely adorn anyone, give charm to their appearance. Basically, their owners have a desire to get rid of the strips of connective tissue that distort the face. Laser removal of scars on the face is the most suitable way to transform the appearance. The clinic provides a similar service at an affordable cost.

Types of scars and scars on the face to be removed

A scar is otherwise called a scar. It is formed at the site of deep mechanical injuries, postoperative incisions, burns. There is not enough elastin in the scar tissue, so the resulting strip is tightened, deformed. Removing a scar on the face with a laser is a completely natural desire.

Scars have their own classification:

  1. Normotrophic scar is an ideal healing of deep damage.
  2. Atrophic scars tighten the adjacent skin, sinking. Occur at the site of injury and inflammation. Often these scars have a white tint.
  3. Hypertrophic scars have a thick, dense structure, a bumpy surface. As a rule, they do not spread beyond the damage zone.
  4. Keloid scars are difficult to treat. They have a purple hue, protrude significantly above healthy skin and are often disturbed by pain.
Laser removal of scars on the face in the Miracle Doctor clinic

The procedure is carried out by the clinic’s specialists. Manipulation has the following advantages:

  • is carried out using modern equipment;
  • session takes no more than 15 minutes;
  • grinding does not disrupt life, you can immediately do the same things;
  • the patient does not feel pain;
  • there is no need for a long recovery, in some cases, with small scars, rehabilitation is not needed.

Doctors are real professionals. Work with each client is carried out taking into account the individual characteristics of the body.

Indications

Removal of a scar on the face is performed if the defect is localized in a prominent place. At the same time, it can protrude or, conversely, sink, drawing in healthy tissues. Grinding may be necessary not only to remove a cosmetic defect, but also in order to eliminate the functional imperfection of the organ, pain, and constriction.

Contraindications and restrictions

Laser resurfacing of a scar on the face is not performed if there are the following health problems:

  • malignant and benign tumors;
  • autoimmune diseases;
  • endocrine pathologies;
  • immunodeficiencies;
  • bleeding disorder;
  • predisposition to the formation of scar tissue;
  • inflammatory diseases of the skin;
  • allergic susceptibility;
  • injuries at laser exposure sites;
  • mental changes;
  • epilepsy.

Facial scar removal is not performed during pregnancy, lactation, menstruation, or if general well-being suffers from certain diseases.

Methods of treatment

To date, many methods have been developed to help remove the scar on the face:

  1. Laser – used for scars of any origin. There are two types of interference – classic and factional.
  2. Plasma therapy – plasma is injected into the connective tissue, which has a good regenerating effect.
  3. Cryotherapy – liquid nitrogen breaks down scar tissue, causing it to become smooth and even.
  4. Chemical peeling – under the influence of chemicals, a burn develops, in place of which new collagen fibers are formed.
  5. Mechanical peeling – scar tissues are polished with special nozzles.
  6. Surgical method – excision of tissues with subsequent connection of the edges of the wound and the imposition of a cosmetic suture.
  7. Contour plastic involves the introduction of hyaluronic acid, which increases tissue elasticity. The effect is noticeable temporarily, only 10-12 months.
  8. Physiotherapy stimulates the production of fibrinogen.
  9. A special cream is applied to fresh scars and helps to smooth out imperfections. Effective only at first. Does not work on old scars.
  10. Ultrasound has a resolving effect, improves tissue extensibility.
How to remove facial scars?

Resurfacing of scars on the face may be necessary after acne. Modern cosmetology can easily cope with this. The clinic uses several methods. The most common is Fraxel. The technique stimulates the natural regeneration processes, helping to get rid of cosmetic imperfections.

The final choice of method depends on the characteristics of the scar tissues and is determined by the doctor during the consultation.

Laser removal of scars and scars on the face

Removal of scars on the face is a modern method that allows you to make the defect as invisible as possible. This is achieved in different ways. In some cases, it is necessary to act not only with a laser, but also with other methods. The laser beam removes excess connective tissue cells, and also stimulates the formation of collagen fibers. One session lasts no more than 15 minutes.

Benefits of laser removal

Facial scar removal has the following benefits:

  1. No pain or other discomfort. For most people, this is very important. Sometimes pain prevents you from contacting a specialist, but here it is not.
  2. The session takes no more than 15 minutes.
  3. Excellent result – the scar is difficult to identify. Its shade changes and becomes similar in consistency to healthy skin.
Facial Scar Resurfacing

Facial Scar Removal is the best way to transform your appearance. The scar is made up of connective tissue that cannot be removed. However, with the help of a laser, it is possible to equalize it with the skin, as well as normalize the color. Therefore, the scar becomes barely noticeable.

Preparation and process

No special preparation required for the procedure. You should first visit the clinic so that the doctor determines the presence of contraindications and gives appropriate recommendations. It is important not to visit the solarium the day before, so that there is no sunburn.

The effect on the scar is short. A total of 6 sessions are required. Each of them takes no more than 15 minutes. Previously, the doctor selects the desired exposure parameters.

The patient does not feel pain. All that is felt is a slight tingling and warmth, which is normal.

Types of treatments

The following types of laser are available to help remove facial scars.

  1. By injection of special formulations.
  2. Removal of scars with the Lancet laser.
  3. Elimination of connective tissue with Flaxel laser.
  4. Scar resurfacing with SmartXide DOT laser.
Results after surgery

After laser irradiation, a pronounced result does not appear immediately, but over time. The first result will be noticeable after 10-14 days. A pronounced result will be noticeable after several sessions, the number of which is determined individually. On average, 4 to 6 procedures are sufficient.

As a result, the following changes are noticeable:

  • the scar changes color, becomes pale, decreases;
  • the skin over the scar acquires smoothness, elasticity;
  • the microrelief becomes even;
  • removes up to 95% of protruding connective tissue.

Rehabilitation period

The doctor determines the recovery program after laser scar removal. The principles of rehabilitation must be followed by the patient in order to prevent the manifestation of undesirable effects and to consolidate the result of treatment.

The client must adhere to the following rules:

  1. Scabs must not be disposed of. If they are formed, then they will surely fall off on their own after a short time.
  2. Do not touch treated areas with your hands.
  3. Do not visit the bathhouse, sauna, beach, swimming pool during the first days. The skin is sensitive and prone to inflammation.
  4. Use products that improve regeneration and prevent inflammation, which are prescribed by a cosmetologist. He will select them taking into account the type of skin, the depth of the scar.
  5. A cream containing sunscreen must be applied to the face before every outdoor activity.
How to make an appointment

Before you come for grinding, you need to make an appointment for a consultation. This can be done by phone, via the Internet and with a direct visit to the clinic. At the same time, it will be possible to find out how much it costs to remove a scar on the face with a laser.

The price of a procedure that helps to remove a scar from the face is acceptable for anyone who wants to look attractive.

Scars, or scars – the causes of appearance, in what diseases it occurs, diagnosis and methods of treatment

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Scars, or scars: the causes of appearance, in which diseases they occur, diagnosis and treatment methods.

Definition

A scar is a visible, palpable skin change formed after wound healing and is a rough connective tissue that lacks hair follicles and sweat glands.

The scar goes through several stages of formation.

1st stage – inflammation and epithelialization. Its duration is from a week to 10 days – the edges of the wound come together due to the formation of granulation tissue.

If during this period there was no infection or re-injury of the wound, and also if the skin damage was not too deep, then a barely noticeable scar will appear at the site of the injury.

Stage 2 – the formation of a “young” scar. It can last up to a month from the moment of injury. A “young” scar is bright pink and stretches easily. New collagen and elastin fibers begin to form.

3rd stage – the formation of a “mature” scar. Its duration is up to three months. At this time, the collagen and elastin fibers are organized into bundles, the blood supply to the scar is reduced and it becomes less bright.

If during this period there is a repeated injury, then the scar can develop into a hypertorophic one.

Stage 4 – the final maturation of the scar, which occurs about a year after the injury. The scar becomes dense and pale (compared to the surrounding skin) – this is due to the excessive tension of collagen fibers and a very small number of blood vessels in the scar area.


Varieties of scars (scars)

The division of scars occurs on the basis of their correspondence to the level of the skin surface.

Normotrophic scars are located flush with the surface of the surrounding skin. They are usually whitish, flat and do not extend beyond the edges of the injury.

Atrophic scars are located below the level of the surrounding healthy skin, which is explained by the lack of collagen and elastin fibers in them. Such cicatricial changes include, for example, striae (stretch marks), the effects of chickenpox and post-acne scars.

Hypertrophic scars protrude above the surface of the skin, but do not go beyond the boundaries of the wound. Their color matches the color of the surrounding skin or is slightly pinker. Hypertrophic scars also include keloids – scars that are prone to constant growth, which is accompanied by itching, soreness and burning. They rise strongly above the surface of the skin, go beyond the boundaries of the wound, can be red, burgundy or cyanotic, which is explained by their rich blood supply.

Possible causes of scars

Scars can remain on the skin after any injury that penetrates the dermal layer – purulent inflammation, deep incision (including after surgery), thermal or chemical burns, exposure to radiation.

Cicatricial changes in the skin are formed after some diseases of the skin and subcutaneous fatty tissue, for example, after acne and demodicosis.

A special group consists of patients with connective tissue dysplasia. Pathological scarring in the form of hypertrophic and keloid scars, striae, wide atrophic scars of the “tissue paper” type is explained in them by the peculiarity of collagen formation.

Which doctors to contact when a scar appears

Dermato-cosmetologists, laser therapists and surgeons are involved in the correction of cicatricial deformities of the skin.

Diagnostics and examinations in case of scarring

To select the treatment tactics, the doctor examines the scar tissue, finds out the “age” of the scar and the circumstances under which the injury was received – incised wounds heal more smoothly, crushed, chopped and lacerated wounds heal worse forecast.

Instrumental diagnostics is required in cases where it is necessary to determine the condition of underlying tissues.

  • Soft tissue ultrasound.

Ultrasound of soft tissues

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  • MRI of soft tissues.

    • Laboratory methods are used for long-term non-healing and inflamed wounds.

    • Clinical blood test.

    Clinical blood test: general analysis, leukoformula, ESR (with microscopy of a blood smear in the presence of pathological changes)

    Synonyms: Complete blood count, UAC. Full blood count, FBC, Complete blood count (CBC) with differential white blood cell count (CBC with diff), Hemogram.
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  • Wound culture.

    • Culture of wound exudates and tissues for microflora and determination of sensitivity to an extended spectrum of antimicrobials

    Synonyms:
    Wound/tissue Culture. Aerobic Bacteria Identification and Antibiotic Susceptibility extended testing.
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  • Examination of wound exudate.
  • Wound cytology to assess the need for secondary suturing.

    • How to deal with scars

    In order to prevent the formation of coarse scar tissue in case of skin injury, it is necessary to create all conditions for the favorable course of the first stage of scarring – without purulent inflammation and additional traumatization. The cleaner the wound and the faster its edges “stick together”, the more elastic the scar will be. Otherwise, there is a risk of developing pathological scarring.

    It is important to protect the scarred skin from the sun so that it does not become hyperpigmented.

    If the patient has a tendency to form coarse scar tissue, or if the next of kin has such a tendency, the doctor should be informed. Currently, there are drugs and methods to avoid or reduce the risk of formation of pathological scar tissue.

    Treatment

    You need to seek medical help immediately after receiving a deep skin injury: the doctor will treat the wound, remove non-viable tissues and foreign particles (if any have penetrated the wound), apply stitches and a bandage.

    For the correction of existing scars, there is a whole arsenal of techniques, methods and their combinations into combined protocols. When choosing, the doctor focuses on the location of the scar, the depth and angle of damage, and the individual characteristics of the patient. Some therapies are contraindicated in patients with bleeding disorders, those who have taken isotretinoin or glucocorticosteroids for a long time (the last 6 months before the start of treatment), people with decompensated forms of diabetes mellitus, with a hereditary predisposition to keloid formation.

    Treatment of scars can be divided into conservative and surgical.

    Conservative treatment includes occlusive dressings with silicone gel, patches with glucocorticosteroids, compression therapy, injections of glucocorticoids and botulinum toxin A, cryodestruction with liquid nitrogen, electro- and phonophoresis, chemical peeling.

    Surgical techniques include surgical excision of scar tissue, laser destruction and mechanical abrasion (currently it is rarely used due to significant trauma). The essence of the surgical technique lies in the excision of the edges of the cicatricial deformity and their suturing. It is not used in the tactics of maintaining a keloid scar.

    Among ablative laser technologies, there are two tactics of management: total (solid) destruction-polishing and fractional destruction-polishing.

    For the correction of keloid scars, various combined protocols are chosen, the essence of which at the first stage is to suppress the blood supply to the scar tissue and transfer the course of the process into a hypertrophic scar, at the second stage, the tactics of correcting a conventional hypertrophic scar are used.

    Fractional non-ablative laser treatment is recommended for treatment of atrophic scars and striae.

    Sources:

    1. Federal clinical guidelines for the management of patients with keloid and hypertrophic scars. Russian Society of Dermatovenerologists and Cosmetologists. 2015.
    2. Clinical protocol for the diagnosis and treatment of patients with cicatricial skin lesions. Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and Dental Surgeons. 2014. – 40 p.
    3. Kovaleva L.