During the procedure for scar revision, I may use a single technique or a combination of techniques to get the best results.
Scar revision techniques may include :
- Fat and stem grafting.
- Topical treatments using tapes, gels, or external compression.
- Injectable dermal fillers and steroidal-based compounds.
- Surface treatments for cosmetic scar reduction, like dermabrasion, laser or light therapy, chemical peels and skin bleaching.
- Surgical removal of scars, which will require an incision and, in some cases, a layered closure of the incision.
- Some scars need advanced techniques, which include complex flap closure to reposition the scar.
- Severe burn scars may require pharmaceutical tissue substitutes.
- Tissue expansion is sometimes used instead of skin grafts. The stretched skin is used to replace the scarred area.