How Cosmetic Lasers Erase Stretch Marks

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Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America (Free-Press-Release.com) February 23, 2012 -- With the advancements in laser technology, cosmetic laser procedures to treat unwanted stretch marks have increased. Lasers are more effective than creams and rubs for reducing the appearance of stretch marks. By penetrating your skin to create thermal damage, cosmetic lasers stimulate your body to heal itself with new collagen and fresh skin.

How Stretch Marks are Formed

Stretch marks appear after the skin is stretched excessively. They develop as a result of disruption in the deeper layer of the skin, the dermis. When your skin is constantly stretched beyond its natural ability, this layer can break down. Dermal blood vessels can become dilated, resulting in the formation of red or purple skin, and the dermal collagen becomes damaged, resulting in thinned, glossy-looking skin. Once the damage has begun, the skin loses its elasticity so that the condition can be progressive. Although the redness may fade, the stretching leaves behind lighter-colored marks similar to scars in color.

Stretch marks are common and form wherever people experience rapid tissue growth beneath the skin. As a result of growth spurts, many adolescents experience them, including about 70% of girls and 40% of boys. The most common cause of stretch marks is pregnancy. About 90% of pregnant women get stretch marks. Bodybuilding, especially in conjunction with steroid use, can also result in stretch marks. This is a common concern for competitive bodybuilders, who want to look their best when showing off their muscle mass.

How Lasers Remove Stretch Marks

Cosmetic laser treatment for stretch marks works to stimulate renewed growth of depleted collagen. Lasers are capable of penetrating outer layers of skin to reach the one you wish to target. They can remove damaged skin tissue, seal broken blood vessels, and stimulate the body to repair the fibers of the dermis. The depth and color is reduced and the skin regains smoothness, thus “filling in” the stretch marks.

It is best to get laser stretch mark treatment early, the older the stretch mark, the more difficult it will be to fade. The stretch mark location, whether on your arms, back, stomach, hips, legs or back, does not make a difference. Most often several treatments are required to achieve optimal results. The number of treatments depends on the age of your stretch marks and your skin type.

If you live in the Atlanta area and want to learn more laser treatments for stretch marks, please visit Dr. Kun Kim’s website to schedule a complimentary consultation at Kim Facial Plastic Surgery.


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