Lasers for Scars
Soften and flatten surgical, traumatic, or burn scars.
Treatment Specifications
About Lasers for Scars Treatment
Laser scar therapy uses focused wavelengths to break down fibrotic tissue in hypertrophic or contracture scars, encouraging the synthesis of orderly collagen fibers to smooth and soften the skin.
Key Benefits:
- Reduces scar redness, thickness, and stiffness
- Smooths borders to blend with surrounding skin
- Alleviates localized scar itching or tightness
Skin is the body's primary protective barrier and is frequently subjected to damage from surgical procedures, burns, trauma, infections, or deep inflammatory acne. The skin renewal and repair process (wound healing) occurs in a complex cascade of mechanisms: coagulation, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. However, if this cycle is interrupted or over-stimulated, abnormal collagen deposition occurs, resulting in hypertrophic or keloidal scarring.
How Laser Therapy Resolves Scars
Recent advances in laser therapy have made lasers a practical alternative to older, painful treatments. Instead of invasive surgery or dermabrasion, we deploy fractional lasers (CO2 and Erbium glass) to reconstruct the scar site:
- Fractional Resurfacing: Creates tiny channels in the scar tissue to break down thick, disarrayed collagen blocks.
- Vascular Modulation: Uses specific wavelengths to relax hyperactive blood vessels inside red or purple scars, reducing redness and swelling.
- Pre/Post-Operative Care: The scar area is thoroughly cleansed and topical numbing cream is applied for complete comfort. Post-procedure, patients must protect the area from sun exposure and keep it clean.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I start treatment?
Laser modulation can start once the wound has fully closed, often preventing raised scar formation.
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Feel confident in your skin by reaching out to Dr. Shikha Aggarwal, a trusted expert in skincare. With her personalized solutions, you'll achieve radiant, healthy skin.