Laser Stretch Marks Removal
Stretch marks are caused by a rapid expansion of skin due to pregnancy or weight gain. They pose absolutely no health risk and don't compromise your body's ability to function healthily. They are purely a cosmetic issue and need to be treated accordingly with care.
Cosmetic lasers are a new method for removal of stretch marks. Unlike traditional treatments like stretch mark creams and gels, lasers are used to stimulate new collagen growth and fill the stretch mark from the bottom up. The laser energy is absorbed in the dermal layer of the skin stimulating the production of new collagen. As the new collagen thickens and plumps the skin, it fills in the stretch mark from below.
One option to remove or greatly lessen the appearance of stretch marks is laser surgery. While the word ‘surgery’ sounds ominous, it’s really a very simple treatment and side effects are rare. Basically, it is rather safe to undergo this treatment if you like to have your stretch marks removed.
Laser stretch mark removal has advanced in recent years, the cost and pain associated with laser stretch mark treatments has come down significantly. Although the costs are still not considered cheap, the treatment cost have not risen in parallel with the rising costs of these new advanced stretch mark removal lasers.
Laser stretch mark removal is a surgical procedure in which a laser is used to remove areas of the skin affected by stretch marks. Once the old, stretched skin is removed, new and unmarred skin grows to replace it. In most cases, a series of treatments is required to completely remove stretch marks. The procedure is very safe with an extremely low incidence of side effects, all of which are temporary and minor.
The procedure itself consists of a concentrated beam of light that travels along the stretch marks, removing extraordinarily thin layers of skin. As the layers are removed, the scar tissue that causes the stretch marks is also removed. After treatment, the skin immediately begins to heal itself and new skin is formed over the damaged tissue.
Treatments can last anywhere from ten minutes to an hour, depending on the severity of the stretch marks and the area of skin that is affected. You can expect to return for a series of treatments; from two to six sessions can be required. During the procedure, the only pain you should experience is a pinching or needling sensation, as the light lasers do their work.
Stretch marks have been the bane of many a pregnancy or drastic weight loss effort. There are many creams, oils, and rubs that claim to remove these unsightly lines, but do they really work? While several products can help to reduce the look of stretch marks, none can remove them completely. Get the advice of a physician before using any product to treat stretch marks. Always consult with your health care provider before applying any product, adding any substances to your diet, or making any lifestyle changes.
