Treatments related to the scars removal are those chosen the most frequently by the clients of aesthetic medicine cabinets. No wonder why. Unwanted scars can affect not only the appearance, but also well-being of the patient. Find out which contemporary scars removal methods should be comprised in your range of services and why!
Which scars can be removed?
There are many ways to reduce visibility of scars. Nevertheless, the extent to which it is possible to remove an unwanted lesion depends on its size and type. Let’s not forget that scars differ from each other in terms of their structure and colour, not every scar can be completely removed. The following are subject to aesthetic medicine treatments the most frequently:
- post acne marks,
- post-burn scars,
- postsurgical scars,
- scars after diseases (such as e.g. chickenpox),
- stretch marks.
Hyaluronic acid in the fight with the scars!
Hyaluronic acid is a substance broadly used in aesthetic medicine. It is safe, fully biodegradable and occurs naturally within the human body. This organic chemical compound is also applied in the treatment of scars, in particular atrophic scars, which include among others post acne marks. A popular and efficient method of reduction of this type of skin lesions is a so called ‘scars undercutting’. It consists in cutting the fibrous tissue with the use of a cannula and separation of the skin that results in the smoothing of its surface. In order to enhance the effect and prevent re-adhesions, cross-linked hyaluronic acid, that will fill out cavities and will result in a skin lifting effect, should be injected.
The results of such a treatment last from one year up to two years. What is important, the injection of hyaluronic acid into the skin activates repair mechanisms, which results in a general improvement of its structure. This, in turn, makes next treatments more efficient and enable them to require lower quantities of the preparation.
Another method of scar removal with the use of hyaluronic acid is mesotherapy. This method is exceptionally efficient and consists in a local injection of a natural, biocompatible therapeutic substance into the patient’s skin. The preparations for mesotherapy are usually composed of above all hyaluronic acid, amino acids and peptides. The effect in the form of smoothing, skin lightening and deep nourishing is very clear and visible almost immediately. In order to maintain the desired skin appearance, the treatment should be repeated every few months.
Scars reduction with the use of platelet-rich plasma
Scars reduction with the use of platelet-rich plasma brings extremely natural, nevertheless gradual effects. Since plasma is obtained from the patient’s own blood, it does not pose a threat for the body. What is important, the substance comprises active thrombocytes that produce growth factors responsible for maturation and multiplication of new epidermal cells. Furthermore, thrombocytes have a positive impact on microcirculation and stimulate fibroblasts to the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. This translates into a clear skin revitalisation.
Scars removal treatments with the use of platelet-rich plasma are practically painless and take several minutes depending on the type of the skin covered with scars. The patient can return to his/her normal functioning already the day after the procedure. Convalescence is not required. Platelet-rich plasma brings long-lasting effects due to the fact that the substance stimulates regeneration of the skin cells.
