Scar removal treatments are minimally invasive cosmetic treatments, which effectively minimize the visibility of the scars.
Although scars are a natural part of healing process, they can be aesthetically unappealing and sometimes painful. They make you feel uncomfortable and lower your self-esteem.
You can choose from different types of scar removal treatment depending of the type of your scars. Scars can be acne, surgical or the ones left after injuries.
If you want to get rid of your scars that don’t respond to creams and lotions, scar removal treatment is your solution.
There are different types of scar removal treatments which treat various types of scars. Some of these treatments include:
Good candidates for scar removal treatments are men who are bothered by scars on their faces or other parts of the body.
You can undergo these treatments at any age if you are in good overall health and you have realistic expectations from the treatment. To be a good candidate for scar removal treatment, you shouldn’t have any active skin illnesses in the areas you want to address.
Scar removal procedures are effective non-surgical procedures that significantly reduce the visibility of scars and make your skin smooth and firm. They can be customized to address your specific scar concerns and desired outcomes.
They minimally uncomfortable and don’t need long recovery compared to surgical procedures.
The benefit of corticosteroid injections is that they flatten the raised scar tissue by breaking down the excess collagen, produced during healing time.
The benefit of laser therapy is that it stimulates collagen production and triggers your cells to produce new and smoother skin. After the treatment, your scars look lighter in color and are less noticeable.
Morpheus8 is very effective in scar removal because it triggers collagen production and remodels your skin. Your body’s healing processes gradually reduce the visibility of the scars.
Scar removal treatment can last between 15 minutes to 2 hours. It depends on the type of treatment, and type location and size of the scar.
Local anesthesia or topical numbing cream is typically used. It depends on the type of the procedure.
Scar removal treatments are minimally invasive non-surgical procedures that carry minimal risks, including:
Possible risks of laser scar removal procedure include:
Possible risks of corticosteroid injections include:
The duration of the results depends on the type of the treatment.
Results of laser therapy for scar removal are long-lasting but not permanent. After 4 to 6 treatment sessions you can achieve the desired results.
Results of corticosteroid injections are long-lasting when you complete a treatment cycle of 6 treatment sessions, once a month.
Results of Morpheus8 for scar removal are long-lasting after several treatment sessions. You will notice a gradual improvement in skin texture and reduction of scars.
The price of scar removal treatments depends on the type of procedure, and the location, type and size of the scars.
Before the procedure, you need to have a thorough consultation with Dr. Dragana Spica. She will ask you about your medical history and explain all the details of the procedure. During consultation, Dr. Spica will evaluate the type, age, cause, and location of the scar to determine which scar removal procedure type would bring the best outcomes in your case.
Dr. Spica will advise you to stop taking certain vitamins, supplements and blood-thinning medications like Aspirin.
On the day of your scar removal treatment, Dr. Dragana Spica will go through the details again.
Dr. Spica will perform the procedure, following your treatment plan.
For corticosteroid injections, Dr. Spica inject corticosteroids directly into your scar.
For Morpheus8, Dr. Spica uses handheld applicator to deliver RF energy into your skin affected by the scar.
For laser therapy, Dr. Spica uses a laser applicator to emit the laser energy to your treatment area.
When the procedure is finished, you can go home right away.
Scar removal treatment is well tolerated because of topical numbing cream or local anesthesia. It is generally described as uncomfortable rather that painful.
The duration of scar removal treatment recovery period depends on the type of the procedure.
Downtime after Morheus8 for scar removal lasts just a couple of days when the redness and swelling should subside. While recovering, you should avoid direct sun exposure and keep your treatment area clean.
After corticosteroid injections for scar removal, the downtime is minimal and lasts for a couple of hours. However, in the days after the treatment you should avoid direct sun exposure and wearing makeup.
Laser therapy for scar removal may require a longer downtime. It may last between 3 to 10 days. During recovery you need to avoid direct sun exposure, apply cold packs to reduce swelling and use mild skin moisturizers.
You need to pay attention to the presence of bruising and swelling. If you experience extensive swelling or pain, if you develop a fever, or any other unusual side effects you need to inform Dr. Dragana Spica immediately.
Leave us a message with your contact info and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
