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

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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.

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Svetlana Khalatyan saved me from a long-standing complex. If I had known about this before, I would have done it a long time ago. This, it seems to me, is the safest of plastic surgeries. Some of the cartilages were simply corrected for me, it’s not even noticeable that there was an operation, but the ears became very neat and small. Thanks for your professionalism!

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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 that can 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 vital activity, 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 true 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:

  • tumors of a malignant and benign nature;
  • autoimmune diseases;
  • endocrine pathologies;
  • immunodeficiencies;
  • bleeding disorder;
  • predisposition to the formation of scar tissue;
  • inflammatory diseases of the skin;
  • susceptibility to allergy;
  • 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 scars on the face?

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 tissue 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 is 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 injecting special formulations.
  2. Scar removal with Lancet laser.
  3. Flaxel connective tissue removal.
  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.