Scars and Stretch Mark Removal

How does scars and stretch mark removal work?

At Optimal Wellness Medical, Dr. Lasater uses the innovative CynosureⓇ Icon™ Aesthetic System to treat and remove scars and stretch marks. The laser treatment reduces the appearance of lines and smoothes your skin.

This state-of-the-art equipment uses fractional laser light to penetrate deep into your skin, directly impacting scar tissue and the pigmentation that sometimes occurs with stretch marks. Because of its unique design, the Icon laser does not damage surrounding tissue.

The fractional laser light pulses into scar tissue, breaking up the damaged cells in your skin’s support structures. Damaged cells lead to scarring, but the laser stimulates your body’s natural healing response, including an increase in collagen and elastin (two proteins that are necessary for healthy, youthful looking skin). Then, your body naturally removes the old cells and replaces them with new, healthy ones, improving the texture and appearance of your skin.

When can you see results from laser scar  and stretch mark removal?

The time it takes for scars and stretch marks to fade depends on a variety of factors, including the size and depth of the scar. In most cases, Dr. Lasater recommends 3-7 treatments for surgical and acne scars, while stretch mark removal typically takes 3-5 treatments.

Skin improvements begin to occur after your first treatment and progressively become more noticeable. Because of the long-lasting effects of laser treatment, maximum benefits show up about four months after your final treatment.

What are the benefits of laser treatments for scar and stretch mark removal?

Scars and stretch marks are no longer a lifelong fight. Now, with fractional laser technology, you can remove surgical scars, acne scars, and stretch marks with an easy and effective procedure.

Some of the benefits you can expect from the Icon laser scar and stretch mark removal treatment at Optimal Wellness Medical include:

• Little to no downtime
• Minimal discomfort
• Non-invasive treatment
• Short procedure time
• Excellent outcomes

What’s more, the CynosureⓇ Icon™ laser system is safe to be used anywhere on the body – including the face – and is effective on practically every skin type at removing scars and stretch marks.

Dr. Lasater has over 30 years of experience and is one of Western Michigan’s only concierge-style doctors offering personalized care.

Call Optimal Wellness Medical today to schedule your appointment or book your initial consultation online.