Around 1 in 3 people in the UK have a scar of some type. Yet, the physical and emotional distress that scarring can cause isn’t experienced by everyone. Pain and itching are common for people with scars, with nerve damage caused by some scar types prolific. The unsightly appearance of a scar can also result in damage that can’t be seen.

The psychological impact of living with scarring causes further issues for the affected individual. You don’t have to suffer in silence however. Here at SKINSCAR Clinic, we provide various scar improvement treatments. Read on to discover your options when treating chickenpox, keloid and hypertrophic scarring.

Chickenpox scars

Whether you experienced chickenpox as a child or an adult, scarring is one side effect that can leave a lasting mark. Chickenpox scars can be numerous as well as large in size, meaning those affected may feel particularly self-conscious about their presence. Chickenpox scars are also likely to be concave, creating a noticeable dent in the skin.

We offer chickenpox scar improvement that provides fantastic results. Most treatments are short and carried out under local anaesthetic, with the aim to make dented chickenpox scars shorter and flatter in appearance.

Keloid scars

Keloid scars are particularly prominent due to their thick, raised, smooth and shiny appearance. Keloid scars form in response to skin injury, with the overproduction of collagen causing scarring that is often much, much bigger than the original wound. Just 10% of people experience keloid scars globally, with individuals of African, Asian or Hispanic descent prone to this scar type.

Looking to remedy a single keloid scar or several? We have the treatment options for you. This includes the use of steroid injections and surgery to refashion the scar site and improve its appearance.

Hypertrophic scars

Like keloid scars, hypertrophic scars are another abnormal scar type that causes upset to those affected.

While the result of a similar process, hypertrophic scars are generally smaller, and more rigid and uniform in appearance. They are also restricted to the size of the original wound and do not grow larger unlike keloids. Similar treatments, such as steroid injections and surgery, can be explored to improve the appearance of hypertrophic scarring.

Whether you are affected by chickenpox, keloid or hypertrophic scarring, we are here to ensure the best cosmetic outcome, and it all starts with a consultation. Get in touch today to book yours.