Post-Surgical Scarring
Post-Surgical Treatment
Scars from surgery can serve as a reminder of a difficult period in someone's life. Despite being viewed as a symbol of their medical experience, they can evoke memories of challenging times. Scars can affect how someone looks and feels, ranging from small lines to noticeable marks, impacting their appearance and emotions. Scars can remind people of surgery, recovery, and emotions, making them want to minimise or remove them.
At Identity+ Aesthetics, we recognise the multifaceted impact of post-surgical scars. We understand that each scar carries with it a unique story, and for some, the desire to reduce its appearance goes beyond the physical. It's deeply personal and intertwined with their journey of recovery and healing.
Our commitment is to provide the most advanced and comprehensive treatments for post-surgical scarring. Our approach is not just about enhancing the skin's appearance; it's about holistic healing, aiming to restore both skin and spirit, helping individuals move forward with confidence.
Types of Post-Surgical Scars
Flat Scars
These are the most common type of surgical scar. They are usually thin, flat, and pale. With time and care, they can fade and become less noticeable, blending in with the skin around them.
Hypertrophic Scars
These are raised scars but remain within the boundaries of the original incision or wound. They can become red and thickened but might reduce over time with appropriate treatments. They're often confused with keloids but are less aggressive.
Contracture Scars
Resulting from the loss of a large skin area, perhaps due to burns, these scars tighten the skin, which can impair movement and flexibility. They can also go deeper, affecting muscles and tendons.
Delving Deeper into Post-Surgical Scars:
Every surgery, regardless of its nature, involves incisions that will, in most cases, leave behind some form of scarring. The body's natural response to wound healing can result in scars that vary in appearance based on several factors. These factors include the surgery's location, the individual's skin type, age, and even genetics. The way wounds are closed, infections, and a person's health can affect how scars form, change, and fade.
What Causes Post-Surgical Scars to Form?
Incision Depth and Size: Naturally, larger and deeper incisions tend to leave more noticeable scars. The body's response to such wounds is to produce collagen to bridge the gap, leading to scar formation.
Skin Type and Genetics: Some skin types, especially those prone to keloid formation, and genetic predispositions can lead to more pronounced or persistent scarring. Family history can provide insights into potential scarring patterns.
Wound Care: Proper post-surgical care, including keeping the wound clean, moisturised, and protected from excessive sun exposure, can significantly influence how scars form and mature.
Location of Surgery: Incisions made in areas with high tension or movement, such as joints or the chest, can result in wider or more pronounced scars due to the skin's constant stretching.
Post-Surgical Scarring Treatment
Our approach to treating post-surgical scars is tailored to each individual's unique needs and the type of scar they have:
Microneedling
By creating controlled micro-injuries to the skin, micro needling stimulates collagen production, improving the skin's texture and appearance over time, making scars less noticeable.
Treatments at Identity+ Aesthetics
We are dedicated to providing an all-inclusive space where treatments are performed without animosity.
Our services involve products from industry-leading suppliers used by our expert practitioners to provide the most comfortable experience while maximising outcomes uniquely tailored to every client's needs.
We strive to boost comfort, confidence, and self-expression with your body no matter who you are!
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