Scar Correction in Geneva
Whether caused by disease, accident, or surgery, scars can make a person feel self-conscious and unattractive. While in many cases it is not possible to remove a scar completely, there are several treatments that can improve or minimize a scar's appearance. Dr. Kai-Uwe Schlaudraff is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Geneva, Switzerland who offers a variety of scar correction options.
Are you interested in learning more about scar correction? Request a consultation online with Dr. Schlaudraff, or phone the Concept Clinic at +41-22-54-000-54.
Your Options
As with every plastic surgery procedure he performs, Dr. Schlaudraff customizes scar correction procedures to the patient's unique needs. Available options include:
- Injectable fillers such as cell-enriched fat grafting can fill out a scar with the patient's own fat tissue to improve its appearance, increase its softness, and reduce its visibility.
- Fractionated laser treatments encourage production of collagen in the dermis beneath a scar to fill it out and make it less obvious.
- Surgical techniques include skin grafts, tissue expansion, or excision to remove a thick, uneven scar, leaving a less noticeable scar.
- Silicone patches can be placed on an incision to encourage healing after surgery and minimize eventual scar appearance.
- Permanent makeup (medical tattooing) can conceal a scar by helping it blend in with the surrounding skin.
During your consultation with Dr. Schlaudraff, he will thoroughly review the appropriate options for your specific scar and skin type. He will help you choose the best option and help you establish realistic expectations for your outcome.
