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STRETCH MARK TREATMENT
Stretch marks are a type of scars that forms when our skin stretches or shrinks rapidly. When the skin stretches beyond a breaking point collagen and elastic fibres in the middle layer of the skin break resulting in unsightly stretch marks. They appear as rippled streaks on areas which undergo repetitive stretching like stomach, arms, chest, hips, butts and thighs. Initially they appear pink, red or pigmented and later develop a silvery shade with wrinkled surface. Even though they are seen more commonly in women, they can occur in both men and women.
How Do Stretch Marks Develop
Puberty Growth Spurts
Rapid body growth during adolescence can cause stretch marks on thighs and lower back.
Muscle Growth
Bodybuilders may develop stretch marks on arms and shoulders due to rapid muscle expansion.
Rapid Weight Changes
Sudden weight gain or weight loss stretches the skin, leading to the formation of stretch marks.
Pregnancy Changes
Skin stretching and hormonal changes during pregnancy commonly cause stretch marks on abdomen and breasts.
Steroid Medications
Long-term use of oral steroids or strong steroid creams can weaken skin elasticity and cause stretch marks.
Genetic Factors
Certain genetic conditions affecting collagen and elastic fibers increase the likelihood of developing stretch marks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes,the tendency to develop Stretch marks can run in families .If your parents are more prone for this it is likely that you develop them .
Multiple home remedies like Vitamin E, Almond oil ,cocoa butter and others are being advertised for stretch mark removal but till now researchers could not find any benefit from these. In early, faint stretch marks, retinoid creams ,chemical peels can make them less noticeable.
Until 2016 Fractionated lasers were being used to treat stretch marks but the parameters used for stretch marks carry the risk of pigmentation and down time. Advent of Microneedle radio frequency technology made the treatment safe and effective even in Indian skin types. SECRET MICRONEEDLE RADIOFREQUENCY is the best treatment for stretch marks removal. MNRF is an advanced bipolar radiofrequency technology which has a special tip with gold plated tiny needles that reaches to the depth of 3.5 mm in the skin. Simultaneously it employs radiofrequency energy to heat up the tissue in the dermis without any damage to the top layer of skin. This eventually accelerates the body’s own natural healing process resulting in production of new healthy collagen and elastin. As collagen remodels skin tightens, stretch marks improves and becomes less noticeable. You can even appreciate skin tightening in abdomen and arms.
Secret MNRF is a safe, effective procedure with a manageable down time.
As the radiofrequency energy is deposited deep in the dermis leaving the top layer of skin unaffected there is less risk of pigmentation or any other side effects. In skilled hands and with proper precautions side effects are negligible and temporary.
Number of sessions vary depending on the stretch marks .On an average 6-8 sessions might be required to achieve optimal response
Svaasth skin and Hair clinic aims at highest quality service with state of art technology for all skin and hair concerns. Stretch marks in every individual are different so is the response hence the treatment should be customized for individual specific needs. Treatment would begin with an initial consultation with our expert dermatologist who would assess your skin type, extent of stretch marks. All the pre and post procedure precautions would be discussed and a priming cream (preparing cream for the procedure )would be prescribed.
Procedure would take approximately around 2-3 hrs depending on the area to be treated. After the skin is cleansed a topical anesthetic is applied for 1 hour to make the procedure comfortable. Later MNRF is done on the entire area of stretch marks. To promote faster healing a healing cream would be applied .One can resume his normal activities immediately after the procedure.
There is redness and mild swelling for 24 hours after the treatment which settles on its own. You might experience slight discomfort during the session. You can resume your daily activities immediately post procedure. Topical healing cream and a moisturiser should be used regularly.
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