Scar Revision
Scars are the result of thickened collagen extending through the dermis. Shallow scars can often be improved with a series of Vibradermabrasion, chemical peels, or Fraxel laser resurfacing. Deeper, soft-bordered scars do well with CO2 / Erbium laser skin resurfacing.
Some scars, however, need surgical excision to look better. Deep acne pits, sharp-edged depressed scars, inverted scar lines (trough-like), or scars crossing maximum tension lines require excision. By carefully considering each scar and its relationship to the surrounding natural skin lines, a repair can be designed to improve each scar’s appearance. Z-plasty, M-plasty, and other complicated repairs can be used when necessary. All repairs will be improved by resurfacing with either the CO2 or Fraxel lasers performed 8 weeks after surgery.
To find out more about Scar Revision, call the Olympic Dermatology and Laser Clinic at 360-459-1700 for a free consultation with one of our skin care specialists.