Surgical Scars
Surgical scars are tissue that develops when healthy skin is destroyed by trauma, such as surgery, burns, or injuries. They form as part of the healing process after skin has been cut or damaged. Scar tissue is made primarily of a protein called collagen.
We are offering a wide variety of treatments to improve the appearance of surgical scars, without harming the surrounding skin.
FAQs
What are surgical scars?
Scarring is possible whenever the skin is damaged or opened, even through a surgical incision. Fortunately, it is possible to reduce the overall extent and severity of scarring following surgery.
What are different types of scars?
- Normal fine-line scars. A minor wound like a cut will usually heal to leave a red, raised line.
- Keloid scars. A keloid scar is an overgrowth of tissue that occurs when too much collagen is produced at the site of the wound.
- Hypertrophic scars.
- Pitted or sunken scars.
- Scar contractures.
Do surgical scars ever go away?
You cannot get rid of a scar, but most will fade over time.
Is Vaseline good for scars?
One tip for taking care of scars is to use a topical ointment. Cocoa butter cream and Vaseline are most often used to help reduce the appearance of scars. Applying the ointment daily will help heal scars but will not make them invisible. Another tip for caring for your scars includes surgery, fractional laser skin resurfacing, microneedling treatments.
Click here to read more about the scar laser treatments with Cynosure Lutronic technology.