Trauma
Facial Scar Revision in Atlanta, GA
For those who have scars in highly-visible or uncomfortable areas of the face, there is facial scar revision, a cosmetic procedure that can soften or enhance the appearance of scars using different techniques. These techniques include topical skin creams, minimally-invasive procedures, and surgical-revision techniques with advanced wound-closure treatments. The type of technique that is appropriate will vary depending on the type of scar, its age, and location. Scars are permanent, but there are many options available to soften or enhance their appearance. One of the most important aspects of your skin is its ability to heal and protect you from the elements. Though it does a great job at healing from things like wounds, burns, and cuts, the skin sometimes leaves behind a scar. If the scar is somewhere prominent, like your face, it can affect your self-esteem and confidence. At Tailor Made Looks Institute of Plastic Surgery, we offer state-of-the-art facial scar revision. Visit us in Atlanta, GA today for a consultation.
What Exactly Are Scars?
Scars are a type of fibrous tissue that replaces the skin as it undergoes the natural healing process. Scar tissue is made of collagen, a basic protein found throughout the body. Normal skin collagen is characterized by a randomized alignment of collagen proteins, whereas scar tissue is marked by collagen proteins patterned in the same direction. There are two general types of scars: hypertrophic and atrophic. Hypertrophic scars tend to be raised, red lumps on the skin that are a result of the body overproducing collagen while undergoing its healing process. A more serious kind of hypertrophic scar is a keloid scar, which is often larger, can be painful and itchy, and puckers up. Atrophic scars appear as sunken recesses that replace the wound. This is a result of loss of underlying tissues like skin, fat, or muscle, which tends to happen with conditions like acne, chickenpox, or some skin diseases.
Don’t Let Your Trauma Decide for You
Trauma is never easy to overcome, and it’s even more difficult to move beyond when there is a constant reminder of it. When it comes to facial scars, it is important to consider your options. From over-the-counter ointments to surgery and other minimally-invasive treatments, there are a variety of different ways to soften facial scars. With raised scars like keloid scars, appropriate treatments include chemical peels, dermabrasion, and laser therapy. These treatments have their own unique methods for shaving away old, dead layers of skin. With laser therapy, specific areas of the skin are pulsed with laser energy to promote a healing reaction. Injections are effective for recessed scars. Whatever type of scar you’re dealing with, you don’t have to live with the physical reminder of your trauma any longer. Contact Tailor Made Looks Institute of Plastic Surgery for a consultation regarding scar revision techniques and treatment options.
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A $100 fee is required when booking a consultation. If you proceed with the procedure, it will be applied to the total cost.