There are several methods that can be used to reduce or eliminate existing scars. The possibility of eliminating or treating a scar depends primarily on its size, depth and age

Laser Surgery & Resurfacing

The use of lasers on scars is an experimental treatment option. The safety or effectiveness of this method has not yet been demonstrated.

The redness of scars can be reduced by treatment with a vascular laser. Theoretically, it is possible that a carbon dioxide laser can help flatten scars. This procedure, however, is highly experimental.

Steroid injections

A long term course of steroid injections under medical supervision, into the scar can help flatten and soften the appearance of keloid or hypertrophic scars.

The steroid is injected into the scar itself and very little is absorbed into the blood stream. Side effects of this treatment are minor. This treatment is repeated at 4-6 week intervals.

Pressure garments

Pressure garments must be used only under surveillance by a medical professional. They are most often used for burn scars that cover a large area, this treatment is only efficient on recent scars.

Pressure garments are commonly custom-made from elastic materials, and fit tightly around the lesion. They work best when they are used 24 hours a day for six to twelve months.

It is thought that they work by applying regular pressure to surface blood vessels and eventually making scars flatten and become softer.

Radiotherapy

Low-dose, superficial radiotherapy, is used to avoid re-occurrence of severe keloid and hypertrophic scars. It is commonly efficient, but only used in extreme cases due to the danger of long-term side effects.

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion involves the elimination of the surface of the skin with special equipment and usually includes a general anaesthetic. It is useful when the scar is raised above the nearby skin, but is less efficient with sunken scars.

Collagen injections

Collagen injections can be used to raise sunken scars to the level of nearby skin. This is, however, a temporary scar treatment option, and it requires regular injections. There is also a risk in some people of an allergic reaction.

Other treatments

There are also several of gel sheets available which are commonly elaborated from silicone, which can help to flatten and soften raised scars if used regularly. Silicone, pressure, occlusion, topical cortisone and vitamin E have all been proven to decrease the collagen that creates scars. Patches and pads help but are unsightly so people tend to stop using them.

A popular treatment among plastic surgeons is silicone gel that improves the appearance of scars and avoids abnormal or exaggerated scar formation. Also chemical peels performed by a dermatologist using glycolic acid can be used to reduce acne scarring.

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