Scar Revision
Scarring is one of the primary concerns of skin cancer patients. Fortunately, scar revision can help eliminate these concerns and restore healthy looking skin.
What Is Scar Revision?
Scar revision is a series of restorative techniques designed to reduce the appearance of scar tissue. With these techniques, patients can alleviate the raised, bumpy, or darkened appearance of scars to restore clarity and uniformity to the skin. This is a particularly common step of treatment for skin cancer patients, as scarring is a visible reminder of the difficult diagnosis and treatment they experienced. Goodman Dermatology specializes in scar revision techniques to help patients overcome these unwanted side effects.
Scar Revision FAQs
Scar revision treatment will vary depending on the type of scar being treated, as we specialize in various techniques that are each suitable in different situations. For minor scarring, we may recommend topical skin care products. These are skin care products that need only to be applied on the scar. Over time, with regular use, the scar will fade away. For more severe scarring, we may recommend laser scar revision. This technique uses laser energy to exfoliate the damaged skin and encourage the growth of new, healthy skin in its place.
The cost of your scar revision will vary depending on the extent of treatment necessary. At Goodman Dermatology, we understand that each patient is unique and deserves a personalized treatment plan. We can provide a more accurate cost for treatment after we assess your treatment goals and develop your treatment plan. During your consultation, we will discuss your needs and come up with an exact cost. To make our treatments more affordable for our patients, we are proud to offer financing options through CareCredit.re proud to offer financing options through CareCredit.
The side effects from scar revision will vary depending on the treatment technique used. Topical scar revision solutions have practically no side effects. After laser scar revision, you may experience some redness, sensitivity, or swelling in the treatment area. These side effects typically resolve within a few days.
There is no significant downtime or recovery period necessary after scar revision. However, depending on the extent of the side effects you experience, you may need to take special care to protect the skin from irritants such as excessive sun exposure following your treatment.
The results from scar revision will develop gradually in the weeks and months following treatment, and will improve as treatment is continued. With laser scar revision, multiple treatment sessions are often necessary. Similarly, topical scar revision treatments will need to be used consistently for best results. After your desired results are achieved, they will be permanent.
If you are ready to address scars from skin cancer surgery or other causes, contact us today to schedule your consultation at Goodman Dermatology. We serve the north metro Atlanta and North Georgia areas and many surrounding cities.