Archive for November, 2008

Laser scar revision is a technique that can improve surgical, acne, chicken pox and other types of scars. Within this method the damaged skin is removed or remodelled using a high-energy light. After recovering the skin may stay pink for many weeks or months, especially if the skin is resurfaced with carbon dioxide laser.... »

This technique uses the skin capability of stretching with time. It works by removing the scar and rejoining the skin in an area of the body or face that is less visible. Surgical removal works best on wide or long scars, those in prominent areas or scars with an exact pattern or silhouette. Long... »

Dermabrasion is a technique used on the treatment of acne scars, pockmarks, surgical scars or minor defects of the skin’s texture. An electrical machine is used to remove the outer layers of the skin, producing a more even shape to the surface of the skin. Although it is an effective way of improving the... »