Tweet Indented soft scars can be elevated using a number of different substances that can be injected into the skin, such as collagen, hyaluronic acid or fat. The quantity injected into the skin will depend on the size and firmness of the scar. An injection of collagen can improve the appearance of the scar straight after application, but it...
Tweet 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. Different types of laser...
Tweet 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 appearance of the scarred...
TweetWhat is chemical peeling? It is a chemical surgery treatment that can be used to improve the appearance of the skin. An acid solution is applied to the skin separating layers of the epidermis (outer layer of the skin). The epidermis remains in place, acting as a biological dressing until it peels off and is replaced by the regenerated...