Scar Revision in Annapolis, MD with Dr. Sandel
Sandel Duggal Plastic Surgery and MedSpa offer a customized approach to scar revision when your skin is damaged by trauma or surgery. Different factors like the cause of the wound, environment, and your natural healing process will determine our method.
Scar revision can minimize visible scarring after your wound or incision has healed. It employs surgical and non-surgical treatments to help you enjoy smoother, more supple skin by resolving acne scarring, mole removal scars, and surgical scars.
To learn more about our scar revision approach, request a consultation or call (410) 266-7120.
Scar Revision Techniques
There is no one universal technique for scar revision. The choice of procedure might depend on the location of the scar, the depth of the scarring and the timing of the scarring. Depending on your expectations and the extent of the scarring, more than one procedure may be necessary to show maximum improvement.
Here are the procedures we offer:
Medical Microneedling
Also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure for scar revision and skin rejuvenation. It promotes collagen and elastin regeneration resulting in more supple, even-toned, and radiant skin. In addition, reforming new capillaries leads to excellent oxygen and nutrient absorption for enhanced skin texture, reduced pore size, fine lines, and age spots. Downtime is minimal.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion gently exfoliates dead skin cells revealing a fresh, bright skin presence. It is a safe, therapeutic approach to skincare as a standalone therapy. Still, it offers excellent results when combined with other treatments. Microdermabrasion is recommended to effectively resolve a range of cosmetic concerns, including:
- Enlarged pores
- Wrinkles and fine lines
- Scarring
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Laser skin resurfacing employs controlled laser light to soften scarring.
Different lasers treat different skin complexions and problems. For example, ablative laser treatments take off the top layer of skin to reveal a new skin layer. Non-ablative treatments offer a gentler approach to treating skin discoloration and stimulating new skin growth.
Cosmetic Surgery
Scar revision may involve eradicating the scar tissue and forming a flap of healthy skin over the old scar area. Sometimes a skin graft may be required. Z-plasty is an option to move a scar to a natural skin fold or crease.
Swelling, bruising, and redness are expected after the surgery, and you may experience minimal discomfort. We will discuss a regimen of activity and care procedures you must follow during recovery.
For more detailed information, visit the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons website.
Dr. Henry D. Sandel specializes as a facial plastic surgeon, offering multiple surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation methods to his Annapolis area patients. Dr. Sandel specializes in facelift, neck lift and brow lift. To see if one or more of these options are right for you, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with our team today. Dr. Sandel and the rest of our team are eager to meet with you!
What to Expect After Scar Revision Surgery
Swelling, bruising and redness are normal after the surgery, and you may experience some discomfort. We will discuss a regimen of activity and care procedures that you must follow during the recovery period.
For more detailed information visit the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons website.
Contact Us Today
The Sandel Duggal Center for Plastic Surgery is one of the top plastic surgery practices in Maryland and is consistently rated the top practice in Annapolis. Schedule a consultation today with Dr. Henry Sandel to learn more about what scar revision surgery can do for you. Contact us online or call (410) 266-7120.