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Scar Treatments / Revision in Vancouver

Scars are a normal part of the healing process. As your skin heals after damage, the body generates new tissue from collagen. However, scars can develop in different ways, for some they fade over time and for others they can appear lumpy, red, dark, or raised.

Scars can develop anywhere on the skin. There are several types of scars, including:

  • Depressed (atrophic): These sunken scars often result from chickenpox or acne. They look like rounded pits or small indentations in the skin. Also called ice pick scars, they develop most often on the face. Acne scars may become more noticeable as you age because the skin loses collagen and elasticity over time.
  • Flat: Although it may be slightly raised at first, this type of scar flattens out as it heals. Flat scars are often pink or red. Over time, they may become slightly lighter or darker than the surrounding skin.
  • Keloids: These scars are raised above the skin’s surface, are enlarged and spread beyond the wounded area.
  • Raised (hypertrophic): You can feel a hypertrophic scar when you run your finger over it. These raised scars may get smaller over time, but they never completely flatten out. Unlike keloids, they don’t grow or spread beyond the wounded area.
  • Stretch marks: When skin expands or shrinks quickly, the connective tissues under the skin can be damaged. Stretchmarks often develop during pregnancy, puberty or after gaining or losing a lot of weight. They usually appear on the breasts, stomach, thighs and upper arms.

While some people wear their scars with pride as a testament to their lives, many people are keen to have the appearance of their scars minimized as much as possible. Scars tell a story, but it isn’t always a story they want to share.

There are a number of different options to help reduce the appearance of your scars.

Surgical Scar Revision

For a select group of patients, a scar revision may improve the appearance of an unsightly scar obtained from previous surgery, trauma or skin condition. Frequently used in combination with laser treatment, this procedure can improve the appearance of external scars. Poorly positioned scars can be repositioned, and contour problems can be corrected. Effort is made to place the final scars in anatomic lines in order to camouflage their appearance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is scar treatment?

Scar treatment encompasses various medical and cosmetic procedures aimed at reducing the appearance of scars. These treatments can improve the texture, color, and size of scars, making them less noticeable.

What types of scars can be treated?

Scar treatments can address a range of scar types, including acne scars, keloid scars, hypertrophic scars, contracture scars, and surgical scars. Each scar type may require a different approach for optimal results.

How effective are scar treatments?

While most treatments don’t eliminate scars completely, they can soften and reduce their prominence. For best results, especially for deep or extensive scarring, multiple sessions may be required.

What is the recovery time for scar treatment?

The recovery time for scar treatments varies depending on the method but generally requires little to no downtime, though patients may experience temporary redness or swelling.

Are the results of scar treatment permanent?

Scar treatment results are often long-lasting but may not be entirely permanent. Improvements can be maintained, especially with protective measures like sun care.

What are the types of scar treatment available?

Common methods include the use of various lasers, microneedling, Morpheus, steroid injections, fat transfer and surgical scar revision. At Pacific Plastic Surgery we offer all of these modalities and tailored treatment plans for each situation.

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DR. ASHLEY TREGASKISS

COSMETIC, PLASTIC, AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGEON | BLOG

Dr. Ashley Tregaskiss is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Vancouver with over 20 years of experience and a practice increasingly dedicated to advanced facial and neck rejuvenation.

Following a decade at Vancouver General Hospital treating complex craniofacial trauma and head and neck conditions, he transitioned fully into private practice in 2024. This background provides a level of anatomical expertise and surgical precision that directly informs his aesthetic work.

Dr. Tregaskiss specializes in facelift and neck lift surgery, eyelid rejuvenation, facial fat transfer, and laser-based skin rejuvenation. He has particular expertise in combining facial surgery with laser treatments to enhance skin quality and achieve more refined, natural results. His approach is defined by careful planning, technical precision, and a commitment to outcomes that are balanced, elegant, and undetectable.