| The treatment of scars, like much of cosmetic surgery, often comes down to knowing what not to do. Scars may be treated by several means, depending on the problem. The scar may be analyzed into its component parts. Some scars are too brown, others too red, or some may cast unfavorable shadows. Lasers can be used to treat the various color abnormalities of scars and can greatly improve the appearance. However, no one can eliminate a skin scar. The best that can be hoped for is an improvement in the scar, so that it is less noticeable.
Other types of scar treatment include scar abrasion, tattooing, and a tattoo gun technique performed without any pigment to encourage the return of normal pigment into white scars. What may be best for one person may be inappropriate for another. This is a very complex topic and only a personal consultation and examination can help clarify the best course of action. |