Overview of Breast Scars, Stretch Marks Reduction
At Medaesthetics, we specialize in treating all types of body scars.
Two of the most common scar reduction treatments we perform are for smoothing out:
- Surgical scars left after breast augmentation or breast reduction surgery.
- Stretch Marks on breasts after puberty or pregnancy.
Breast surgery almost always leaves visible scars of variable shapes and sizes. Usually these scars are hidden in the sub-mammary crease or in the armpit folds. However, they are still noticeable when viewed from certain angles. Especially when lying down on a beach or a pool during the day.
Medaesthetics offers the most extensive range of scar-reduction treatments under one roof in Perth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Breast scars can be divided into five groups:
- Raised (hypertrophic) scars with our without skin discoloration.
- Depressed (atrophic) scars with our without skin discoloration.
- Flat scars - Only the texture of the skin is effected (with our without discolouration).
- Stretch marks (extremely common)
- Keloid scars (rare)
At Medaesthetics, we apply multimodality treatment approach when treating any scars. Treatment options available are:
- Fractional CO2 Laser
- Full Field Co2 Laser
- Fractional Erbium Laser
- Full Field Erbium Laser
- Vascular and Pigmentation Lasers
- Radiofrequency Needling (sublative skin resurfacing)
- Corticosteriod injections / infusion.
- Micro-fat grafting
We take every practical measure to minimize any discomfort associated with any of these treatments. This includes:
- Application of specially formulated, very high- strength numbing cream (over-the counter numbing creams such as Emla have very little efficacy in our experience)
- Infusion of local anaesthetic agent
- Laughing gas (Inhalation anaesthesia)
- Using Cool Air Freezing (Zimmer®)
This depends upon the extent of the existing scarring and the level of correction required.
Most patients needs between three to five treatment sessions over the course of six to eight months to see up to eighty percent reduction in scars.
Downtime is usually under five to seven days of localized redness and minor swelling.
- Keeping the area clean after the treatment.
- Applying moisturizing ointment such as Vaseline for first few days.
Yes, the results are permanent
Light exercise is permitted after 48 hours of treatment.
Pricing starts from $600 - $800 per session. Exact pricing is determined after a face-to-face consult.
Scar reduction treatments are usually not covered by Medicare or Private health Funds.
Scar-reduction treatments are generally effective and carry minimal risks. Any potential risks of localized redness and skin irritation are short-term and easily fixable.