Scars – Acne, Chicken Pox, Accident
In a scar normal skin cells are replaced by fibrous tissue thus changing skin texture in that area. A scar is devoid of hair follicles or sweat glands.
Different types of scars that are seen are:
Leading causes include
Certain skin diseases can also leave behind scarring.
Treatment
The reality of scarring of skin is : Once a scar, Always a scar.
However treatments for reduction of scar tissue are possible. Which include:
Silicone based topical creams.
Dermaroller for acne scars is very effective.
Intralesional injections help with keloids and hypertrophic scars.
Injectable fillers are also used in cases of depressed scars.
In a scar normal skin cells are replaced by