When do scars
require treatments?
Scars can appear both large and small on our bodies. More often than not scarring causes little to no pain after the healing process. Other times dermatological issues like acne or wounds that never healed quite right can cause problems.
When scars begin to impact your self-image or physical pain they require professional treatment. The plastic surgeons and skincare professionals at Wilmington Plastic Surgery’s Skincare Medspa and Clinic are well-versed in the treatment options available to reduce the appearance of scars and address associated skincare conditions.
Common types of scars and their causes
Scarring happens thanks in part to our skin’s natural ability to heal. After an injury, our bodies repair wounds with new collagen fibers that result in scar tissue and new skin.
Some common types of scars and their causes include:
- Surgical procedures
- Stretchmarks following Pregnancy and childbirth
- Keloid scars after accidents or injury
- Acne scars
Treatment Options for scarring
Treatment options for scarring will be determined by the location, size, and age of the scar. Treatment options may include:
- Various at-home treatment products including creams or ointments
- Laser procedures and/or intense pulsed light devices
- Chemical peels of varying types and solutions that promote new skin growth
- Dermal injectable fillers to smooth contours
- Dermabrasion and dermaplaning to scrape the skin’s surface to a more even plane
