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An overview to stretch marks treatments
Treatments are
fast and non-invasive. Physicians or staff members can administer
rapid treatments during a patient's lunch hour. Patients experience
no discomfort during the procedure and can resume normal daily activities
immediately afterwards. Patients may experience minor and temporary
redness or irritation within several hours after treatments. These
side effects are no more extensive than mild sunburn. Physicians
or staff members can adjust the light dosage used in treatments
to minimize these side effects. The primary precaution recommended
for patients is the use of protective eye ware. See a dermatologist
or plastic surgeon for macrodermabrasion, which uses sea salt and
pressure from a compression device to resurface skin.
Afterward, a
tretinoin cream can be applied via ultrasound, which helps drive
the ingredients into the skin. This procedure is not suitable for
pregnant women. Apply lotions with plant extracts and or essential
oils. For years topical creams have been used to treat the appearance
of stretch marks; unfortunately they have yielded less than satisfactory
results. Topical
formulations containing retinoids can be effective in treating early,
red, inflammatory stretch marks, but they have proven to be ineffective
in improving the appearance of mature stretch marks. Applications
of glycolic acid and creams with L-ascorbic acid on a daily basis
may slightly improve the appearance of mature, white stretch marks.
Overall, however, results have been disappointing. Both early and
mature stretch marks respond to new light-based technologies providing
non-invasive, gentle treatments that can help affected skin more
closely match its natural color.
UV Photo therapy
with the latest advances in targeted light technology to achieve
selective regimentation of hypo pigmented skin. The procedure is
painless and safe for all skin types. Many physicians are finding
Intense Pulsed Light TM (IPL) successful approach for reducing the
appearance of hyper-pigmented scars, including new stretch marks.
This non-invasive, gentle approach uses targeted flashes of light
to treat dilated and broken blood vessels without injuring the surrounding
healthy skin. IPL treatments are usually pain-free, but an anesthetic
cream can be used if necessary. Immediately after treatment, patients
return to normal routines and activities. Occasionally, there may
be signs of treatment such as redness or blotchiness that last for
several hours.
Disclaimer :
The text presented on these pages is for your information only.
It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. It may not
represent your true individual medical situation. Do not use this
information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without
consulting a qualified health care provider. Please consult your
health care provider if you have any questions or concerns.
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