Out with the Old: Scar Revision in the New Year at Pinnacle Dermatology

The new year is approaching, and the famous “fresh start effect” is almost ready to kick in! Yes, we all tend to wait for a reason to change our lives. But we also need to prepare to face the challenges that come with the new year. And what better way to prepare for 2022 than fixing lingering issues? If you’ve been dealing with old, unsightly scars that affect your confidence, the new year might just be the best time for scar revision!

Whether it is acne scars, old scar tissue, or cellulite, the cutting-edge scar revision treatments at Pinnacle Dermatology can help you regain confidence in yourself. Don’t let a scar hold you back from what you could achieve next year!

Scars: Types and Causes

Each scar is one-of-a-kind and comes with a unique story. However, old scar tissue can cast a shadow over your natural beauty and affect your self-image. Scars are nothing more than the results of our body’s healing process. In fact, skin damage triggers an emergency production of collagen fibers, which can heal a wound but will have a different appearance than the original skin. 

Scars are divided into different categories, including:

• Line scars and irregularities – These are caused by cuts, minor injuries, and skin conditions such as acne. They are a cosmetic flaw and usually don’t cause discomfort.
• Hypertrophic – These are raised and highly visible scars that are caused by an excess of collage on the wound.
• Keloids – Keloid scars are raised scars that derive from an excess of collagen. These scars tend to keep growing even after the wound has healed.
• Contractures – These scars appear as a consequence of burns, or when skin tissue is pulled together to heal a wound.

Minor scars, such as normal lines, cellulite, and stretch marks might just be a minor annoyance. But persistent, visible scars can have a profound effect on your self-image. Finding a personalized scar revision treatment might just be what you need to regain your confidence in 2022!

What To Expect From a Scar Revision Procedure

Scars are a testament to your body’s ability to heal itself, but you don’t have to carry them for the rest of your life! Some scars might be a cosmetic flaw, but others can bring pain and discomfort to your life or even impair movement. 

The scar revision surgery can help you find a long-lasting solution to the challenges of carrying a scar. Scar revision treatments are tailored to your specific needs, and there are different procedures that your surgeon at Pinnacle Dermatology might use, including:

• Topical treatments such as scar creams
• Minimally invasive surgical procedures to remove the scar tissue
• Surgical procedures to remove or reposition more extended scar tissue 

Whether you are looking for the perfect skincare holiday gifts for your loved ones, or a way to reduce the visibility of an old scar, scar revision treatments can improve your skin’s look in over 81% of cases. 

Scar Revision Results

Scar revision treatments can be performed in one to two hours, depending on how severe the scar is. You can get your first scar revision treatment done as soon as 60-90 days after the scar matures, and the results can take several weeks to become visible. 

However, the recovery process involves only minimal localized swelling and the results can last for decades! If you are not satisfied with the results after your first scar revision session, you might benefit from more than one treatment.

Time To Get Rid Of Your Old Scars With Pinnacle Dermatology Scar Revision Treatments

Scars come in all shapes and sizes. For some, scars are nothing more than a minor flaw, but for others scars can be defining. If you’ve been feeling self-conscious about a scar, the new year might be the best time to take action! 

Leave your old scars in the past with scar revision from Pinnacle!

Scars can be painful reminders or just flat out painful. Don’t carry that old scar into 2022 and beyond. Leave it where it belongs: in the past. Scar revision at Pinnacle Dermatology can handle numerous kinds of scars, from burns to acne. Let us give you the fresh start you deserve. To learn more, contact us or call us at (843) 524-5550.