what you should know about scar removal
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SCAR REMOVAL
Almost all of us have one type of tarnish or another, and in reality, they each tell personal story, but sometimes because of them, we become self-conscious. Today removing scar is easier than ever. With new improvements in the cosmetic field, the removal process we are referring to does not involve using tons of fading cream and seeing minimal results; we are talking about your tarnish being completely removed, as in ‘gone’. Dr.Torgerson, Facial Plastic Surgeon out of Toronto recommends that if you have scars that you find unattractive and are affecting your self-esteem, there are solutions! Read on
Scar Types While all may look the same in appearance
generically, the fact is there are different types of scars, and the different types call for different treatment methods. Acne Scarring
These type typically only results from severe acne cases. They can range in appearance from mild with a slightly angular and wavy looks, all the way to the deeper ‘pit marks’ we despise so much.
Keloid Scarring This type of blur comes from an extended and tough
time of healing. This time of it will usually be larger than the injury that caused it, and over time these types can be a hindrance to free movement. These are most often seen, or more noticeable, with individuals with darker pigmentation.
Hypertrophic Scarring These are red and inflamed or ‘raised’ in
appearance. They may resemble the Keloid tarnish somewhat, however they are not larger than the injury from which they resulted.
Contractual Scarring
These are usually the result of a burn injury. These will tighten up during healing and can impede freedom of movement. These are able to go fairly deep thus affecting the nerves and muscles
Treatments used on the Common Scar Types The treatments below are the top treatments for removal:
Acne ScarringDepending on the size, depth, and severity, laserand/orfillers are the besttreatments. AFT also known as Advanced Fluorescence Technology is a form of intense pulsed light (IPL) that helps reduce or eliminate.
Keloid ScarringTreatments for this can include silicone sheet treatments, cryotherapy, freezing, for smaller scars, or steroid injections. However, most of the time, the best solution is surgical removal.
Below is a video of Dr.Torgerson, discussing about keloid scarring in the ear and otoplasty at his Toronto clinic :
Hypertrophic Scarring
Silicone sheet treatments for tarnish flattening are one effective treatment form, as are steroid injections, which reduce inflammation of the it and the appearance of redness.
Contracture Scarring
Since this tarnish tends to go deep and affect the nerves, surgical removal is typically recommended by your cosmetic surgeon for the removal or minimization of these types.
You no longer have to go through life camouflaging and avoiding, or wearing strategic clothing to cover unsightly scars. Call today and speak with your Facial Plastic Surgery to make an appointment for a consultation and find out what the best options are for scar removal.
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