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Scars
Scars naturally develop when the body heals from a skin injury. They consist of new collagen fibers that the skin creates to mend the damage.
What are Scars?
Multiple kinds of scars exist. While most scars look like pale traces on the skin, some have a crusted and raised texture. These hypertrophic or keloid scars form when the body produces an excessive amount of collagen. Scars can also have a sunken appearance. These are usually the result of your skin healing from acne wounds.
Scars are harmless and do not turn into cancer. However, a range of treatments can be used to improve their appearance.
What are Scars?
Multiple kinds of scars exist. While most scars look like pale traces on the skin, some have a crusted and raised texture. These hypertrophic or keloid scars form when the body produces an excessive amount of collagen. Scars can also have a sunken appearance. These are usually the result of your skin healing from acne wounds.
Scars are harmless and do not turn into cancer. However, a range of treatments can be used to improve their appearance.
Causes and treatments for scars
Scars develop naturally when your skin heals from injuries or wounds, including inflammatory skin conditions and acne.
Who is at risk?
Scarring is a natural occurrence. However, some people are more prone to scarring and developing keloids than others. This is especially true for people of African, Asian, or Hispanic descent. Those with a family history of keloids and young people between 10 and 30 of age are also more likely to grow keloids.
What are the most effective treatments?
Multiple treatments can improve the appearance of scars:
- Topical creams and certain skin products can help conceal scars.
- Steroid injections can flatten and soften thicker scars, including keloids.
- Laser removal can reduce redness and vascularity in scars.
- Surgery can revise the shape and reduce the visibility of a non-keloid scar.
Dr Guo’s team at Rejuvenation Calgary North practises all popular scar concealment methods. Our extensive experience, in tandem with our cutting-edge technology, allows us to instantly improve the appearance of your scars while keeping the surrounding tissue intact. Call 403-286-6888 or fill out the online contact form below to explore your scar concealment options with Dr Guo.
Causes and treatments for scars
Scars develop naturally when your skin heals from injuries or wounds, including inflammatory skin conditions and acne.
Who is at risk?
Scarring is a natural occurrence. However, some people are more prone to scarring and developing keloids than others. This is especially true for people of African, Asian, or Hispanic descent. Those with a family history of keloids and young people between 10 and 30 of age are also more likely to grow keloids.
What are the most effective treatments?
Multiple treatments can improve the appearance of scars:
- Topical creams and certain skin products can help conceal scars.
- Steroid injections can flatten and soften thicker scars, including keloids.
- Laser removal can reduce redness and vascularity in scars.
- Surgery can revise the shape and reduce the visibility of a non-keloid scar.
Dr Guo’s team at Rejuvenation Calgary North practises all popular scar concealment methods. Our extensive experience, in tandem with our cutting-edge technology, allows us to instantly improve the appearance of your scars while keeping the surrounding tissue intact. Call 403-286-6888 or fill out the online contact form below to explore your scar concealment options with Dr Guo.
World class training and experience
Dr Guo is board-certified in Canada and the US and has 16 years of post-secondary education. He has received surgical and cosmetic training at more than 15 prestigious institutions in Canada, the US, and Asia.
He is a fellowship-accredited Mohs surgeon with expert knowledge on facial anatomy and surgical reconstruction. Dr Guo brings an exceptional understanding of medical and cosmetic dermatology and many years of extensive experience to his practice.
World class training and experience
Dr Guo is board-certified in Canada and the US and has 16 years of post-secondary education. He has received surgical and cosmetic training at more than 15 prestigious institutions in Canada, the US, and Asia.
He is a fellowship-accredited Mohs surgeon with expert knowledge on facial anatomy and surgical reconstruction. Dr Guo brings an exceptional understanding of medical and cosmetic dermatology and many years of extensive experience to his practice.
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