A scar is an area of fibrous tissue that forms to replace or repair injuries which can occur to your skin and any other of your body’s tissues. Wound healing is the process in which a scar is made and is a very dynamic process. The wound healing process can be divided into 3 different […]
Why do we get scars, and how do we get rid of them?
It’s important to understand that a scar is the body’s way of healing a wound. Whether this wound is on purpose (ie: breast augmentation, tummy tuck, facelift) or by accident (ie: car accident, burn or papercut). The scar is how this wound is held together and you cannot get rid of it. Think of it […]
Types of Scar
The treatment options available will be dependent on the type and degree of scarring present. Hypertrophic This type of scar is seen when there is an over production of collagen causing the scar to be raised above the surrounding skin. They can appear to be a raised red “lump” on the skin. They will typically […]
Treatment of Scars
Topical Treatments Topical treatments involve gels, tapes or external compression, which can help in wound closure and healing and even reduce the ability of skin to produce a regular pigment. These products are useful for treating existing surface scars and discoloration, but may also be used to aid in the healing of scar revision procedures. […]
