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CURRENT SCAR TREATMENT METHODS

Comparison of procedures Choices in Managing Scars; Side effects & limitation

Silicon Sheets

The role of silicon sheets in improving
raised scars symptoms
discovered more than 30 years ago.
Topical Corticosteroids

A procedure where a steroid solution
is injected into the skin in order to
improve skin appearance.
Chemical Peels

One of the oldest cosmetic
procedures in the world, which a
topical agent is used to remove the
damaged outer layers.
Collagen Injections

Temporary way to treat minor
imperfections in facial skin,
including laugh lines, wrinkles, and acne scars.
Cryotherapy

A commonly used in-office procedure
for the treatment of benign and
malignant lesions through
freezing and thawing of cells.
Laser

Selective destructions of injured cells,
using localized heat with different
applications and effectiveness.
Surgery

Cosmetic surgery is a not very
common method to remove scars.
Several surgical methods used for
scar treatment which differ in initial
surgical incisions.
Microdermabrasion

A non-chemical, non-invasive
procedure uses a spray of
microcrystal to remove the
outermost layer of skin.

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