Stretch Mark Removal

Striae, more commonly known as Stretch Marks, are a very widely known cosmetic problem that occurs usually with the form of scars on the skin. This is generally a consequence of obesity, pregnancy, short term weight gain, intense physical activities and puberty. They evolve on the skin as the result of stretching of middle layer of skin known as dermis which is responsible for maintaining elasticity and shape of the skin, beyond the limits of its toleration. The connective fiber in the skin ultimately undergoes damage and experiences disruption in the production of collagen which leads to formation of scars on the skin. The scars so formed should be diagnosed with appropriate stretch mark treatment option among the different options available in the market. There are many stretch mark treatments available to get you rid of those stretch marks which though do not cause any harmful effects on your health but are not viable for a good personality too. Let’s have a glance on the different options available:

1. Natural Stretch Mark Treatment- This type of natural stretch mark removal technique involves application of lotions and creams in addition to control on diet with regular exercise to help you get rid of those unwanted stretch marks on your skin. These techniques are generally less expensive than other options available but they are also less effective than their counterparts. They can help you to lessen the effect of stretch marks on your skin, so it depends on what state of stretch marks you are trying this option. If the stretch marks on your skin are in a prolonged state, then move on to other options available.
2. Laser Stretch Mark Treatment- This type of technique which uses the laser as surgical means to treat the regions of skin affected with stretch marks is one of the many ways available to remove the stretch marks completely. The unmarred and new skin takes the place of old skin once the old stretched skin is eradicated. A chain of healing procedures is required in most of the cases to effectively remove the stretch marks. This procedure is extremely safe devoid of any side effects.
3. Surgical Stretch Mark Treatment- This technique is in fact the most consistent, effective and conventional treatment option among various techniques available in the market. The technique involves a surgical procedure to diagnose the stretched skin area affected by stretch marks. In a brief, it is sufficient to know that skin below the belly button is confiscated as a priority as this is the area where stretch marks are more prominently visible. There are parallel techniques available simultaneously for other areas for the body too. These surgical procedures are although effective but are more insidious and thus involve lengthier recovery periods.
4. Other Stretch Mark Removal Treatments- There is also various non-surgical alternatives available in the market offered by Cosmetic dermatologists effective in the treatment of stretch marks. The various options so available in the market are Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels and Blue Light Therapy which is also first-class alternatives for all those who want to stay away from surgery. These Treatments besides being effective in totally removal of stretch marks are also less expensive than their counterparts.

It is advised in the interest of the patient to do get a consultation from your dermatologists before opting any of the stretch marks treatments mentioned above.