In the process of healing of any deep wounds, the final stage is the formation of scars. It should be noted that the complete formation of “mature” scar tissue continues for about a year.
In medical practice, scars are classified into normotrophic, hypertrophic and hypotrophic. The pathological condition - keloid scar - belongs by specialists in a special category. In this case, the scars not only do not decrease in size, but, on the contrary, expanding, they capture healthy areas of the skin.
The main causes of excessive overgrowth of scar tissue include a genetic predisposition, endocrine disorders, a decrease in immunological status, and others.
Certain parts of the human body are most prone to hypertrophy. These include the midline, the sternum, the outer surfaces of the shoulders. When a scar is formed in the joint area, contracture may develop (limitation of mobility). Adverse conditions often lead to rougher healing. Among which are the edges of the wound, inflammation, burns.
Laser scar removal combines the expertise of professionals and innovative technology. In addition to this method, there are other ways to correct the skin. These include ultrasound, chemical peeling, radio wave therapy. The method for eliminating the defect is selected depending on the size of the scar, its age.
Laser scar removal today is undoubtedly considered the most effective. This is due to the fact that this method provides a result that is as predictable as possible in the presence of scars of any origin. Modern laser scar removal can even eliminate severe conditions such as keloid scars. It is quite possible to turn such a defect on the skin into normal tissue.
Today, many clinics use fractional laser scar removal. According to doctors and experts, such a technique is the best in modern aesthetic medicine. Laser removal is used in the presence of acne scars, scars remaining after operations, injuries. In addition, the technique is very effective in correcting skin defects (striae, wrinkles).
Previously, ablative laser destruction was used to remove scars . During the procedure, the entire surface layer of the skin was removed. Such laser treatment of scars was difficult, and anesthesia was necessary during its treatment . In addition, the healing period was very long (about a month), and there was also a high risk of side effects.
Today, using a fractional laser, a column of skin 1.5 mm deep and 0.3-0.4 mm in diameter is removed. Such fractions can be done quite a lot on one square centimeter of the cover. Between them, areas of intact skin are preserved. This leads to a fairly quick healing. During one session, about twenty percent of the skin surface can be removed, so the entire surface is replaced in four to five sessions.
As a rule, laser treatment of defects is well tolerated by patients. Sensations in the area near the eyes and upper lip are more pronounced.
The duration of the session depends on the nature and type of defect, as well as the area of the skin on which it is formed. On average, the procedure can last from ten to forty minutes.
Before laser exposure, it is not recommended for four weeks, at least, to sunbathe (including in a tanning bed), and also to use means to form an artificial tan. You should not take aspirin for two weeks before starting treatment. For the procedure, the skin should not have any cosmetics.