STRETCH MARKS

Stretch marks can be treated in two ways. Laser treatment and abdominoplasty are the two treatment methods to eliminate the pregnancy stretch marks. Both the methods claim to remove the mark completely. Before you could jump out of joy, it is important to know that it is expensive and not all can afford it. Before selecting a particular treatment method, one must know the pros and cons of both the methods. The purpose and the cost of treatment should be analyzed according to the individual needs.

PURPOSE

Laser treatment for stretch marks is highly fruitful. There are strong opposing views from the critics and they demand a proper study of the negative impact and consequences of this treatment. Most people use the abdominoplasty method as it mostly widely used and is a traditional method clinically proven. Extra stubborn fats on the tummy can be easily removed and removal of stretch marks is an added bonus. The treatment gives better results on newer stretch marks than the older ones. The laser beam has high potential to eliminate the newly formed stretch marks. The highly concentrated beam of energy restores the skin collagen that is present beneath the skin. The interruption in the production of the collagen results in stretch marks.

METHODOLOGY

Laser treatment for stretch marks is highly invasive. It requires minimal amount of time and the recovery period is too quick. People are not requested to take bed rest for more time and laser does it all. Laser treatment for stretch marks does not need an expert surgeon. A dermatologist can do this job. The abdominoplasty requires heavy preparation before the operation and the doctor has to spend some serious sessions with the patient before and after the surgery.

DISADVANTAGES

The treatment is very expensive and is not affordable for all. Various sessions are required and each session will be expensive. This might not encourage the patient to comeback for the laser treatment for stretch marks. There is a small probability of getting side effects. One might get red and inflamed skin, brown pigmentation, discoloration or a burning sensation. The patients must be sincerely committed to the treatment. Leaving the process halfway will give negative impact on your health. So decide upon the financial status and your time schedule before starting up with the process. The best candidates are the persons those who have fresh stretch marks that are still pink or purple in color. There can be visible streaks which are less obvious.

The method has kick started so many controversies. Critics believe that it can break down or vaporize the tissue and not repair it. But the supporters of the treatment believe that laser stimulates the growth of exhausted collagen in the skin thus filling the stretch marks. This will enhance the production of collagen. It eliminates damaged tissue in the skin, heal broken blood vessels. The cost for laser treatment for stretch marks may vary between $400 and $1500.