SCARS & STRETCHMARKS

Unsightly scars and stretch marks concern millions of men and women around the world. In some cases they look quite disfiguring and create a lot of emotional scarring as well.

Scars form when the natural process of the wound-healing is disrupted and too much or too little collagen is produced. There are three main types of scars:

Stretch marks (or striae) are the lines which occur from the tearing of the deep skin layers from rapid growth or over-stretching. Conditions commonly associated with stretch marks are: obesity, puberty, or pregnancy. As a result of over-stretching and tearing the normal production of collagen gets disrupted (resemble to scar formation). As they form, stretch marks are usually purple-red but once they get older they turn white or silvery.

Numerous types of lasers are available on the market for scars and stretch markcorrection. Laser energy removes a layer of the skin and stimulates the skin around the scar activating the fibroblasts (collagen producing cells). The increased collagen production thickens the skin under the scar and makes it resemble the surrounding tissue. At Vita we use state of the art Pixel laser from Alma Lasers Inc. for treatment of scars and stretch marks. Other treatment options include: microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and LED light.

Each treatment has to be carefully tailored for your skin type, scar or stretch mark age, and your personal expectations. In some cases several sessions may be required. Call today for your free consultation to find out which treatment is right for you.