How Does Laser Stretch Mark Removal Work?

If you’ve been desperately looking for a stretch mark solution, you’ve probably heard already of the laser stretch mark removal method. What is it and how can it help you?

What It Is

Laser stretch mark removal is a new minimally invasive surgical procedure. It is not however similar to typical surgical procedures. The method does not involve surgical incisions and scarring. Laser stretch mark removal is also less expensive than surgery and poses fewer complications. Since there are no major incisions, the recovery time is also very minimal. Supporters of this method claim that it is both safe and effective.

Procedure

Instead of a surgical incision, the most that an individual can expect is a controlled laser light moving over the affected area. Because the laser beam is carefully controlled, it does not produce any cuts or burn marks. The laser instead disturbs the particles of the scar tissue until they break up. Once the scar tissues are gone, new collagen and skin cells can begin to develop and fill up the area vacated by the scar tissues. In a way, laser stretch mark removal stimulates skin healing and cell production.

Realistic Expectations

Not all stretch mark conditions are the same so laser stretch mark removal methods will not work for everyone. The effectiveness of laser stretch mark removal methods usually depend on the severity of stretch marks, the age of stretch marks and other factors unique to an individual such as genes and hormones. The older the scars are, the more difficult they are to treat with lasers. There are some medical practitioners who will quite honestly tell you that they can only work on fresher scars. In very severe cases, laser stretch mark removal can only effectively reduce the scars.

Disadvantages

Among the major concerns about the procedure is the expense involved. Laser stretch mark removal may be less expensive than a tummy tuck but it is still expensive for average people. Depending on the intensity of the treatment required, you may have to spend anywhere from $400-$1500 for every session and patients may have to return for up to 10 sessions.

Although major complications are quite rare, mishandling accidents can happen. You may end up with a few damaged tissues or blisters. Immediately following the procedure, you may experience some slight discomfort and a reddening of the area.

Before you go for laser stretch mark removal, it would be a good idea to ask for the opinion of an unbiased doctor. Your doctor should be able to help you assess your scar condition and whether it will respond favorably to laser treatment.

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