Scars appear on the skin in many different forms, from minor or white-red marks to indentations, or even angry-looking raised bumps. No matter the form, it’s normal to feel uncomfortable with the way scars look and to want to minimize their appearance.
Scar Removal Treatments in Grand Rapids, MI
Do Scars go Away On Their Own?
Have you heard the saying “time heals all wounds?” Most often, scars will heal themselves over time. The messy collagen fibers begin to break down and the scar starts to fade. However, some scars never go away. This is where certain treatments and/or procedures may help to improve the appearance of the scar.
Topical Products for Scars
Few topical products are proven to improve the appearance of scars. However, some silicone ointments applied to a wound may help the skin to stay hydrated and prevent it from drying out as it heals. By massaging the wound with a silicone ointment, you are helping the collagen fibers to lay down in a more orderly fashion.
Notably, topical scar creams may not be able to reach deep enough into the skin to treat certain scars. For instance, stretch marks appear when the connective tissue deep within your skin ruptures. This happens in the deeper layers of skin that can’t be penetrated by topical products. However, keeping the skin healthy through proper sun protection and moisturizing products may lead to some visible improvements.
Procedures for Scar Treatment
Procedures that treat the appearance of skin scarring can range from simple and non-invasive to surgery. The severity and depth of the scars dictate which treatment is needed to improve their appearance. Some surface scars, such as those caused by minor acne breakouts, may be improved with treatments such as microneedling. Minimally invasive, microneedling penetrates the surface of the skin to break up bad collagen and stimulate a more controlled release of healthy collagen. This ultimately results in a smoother appearance of skin. Dermal fillers and certain bio stimulators like Renuva® may improve some scars by plumping the area and inducing new collagen growth. In severe cases, scars must be addressed surgically by removing and/or repairing the affected tissue.
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