Facial Plastic Surgery Blog

Scar revision refers to a number of procedures that can reduce the appearance of unsightly scars. Some procedures work by diminishing redness associated with scars while others flatten raised scars or relocate scars to less conspicuous locations. Scar revision techniques involve injectable fillers, dermabrasion, laser resurfacing and excision.

As the weather continues to warm up over these next couple of weeks and months, more and more skin will come out of hiding. It is important that it be cared for properly, especially with UV levels on the rise. While having a killer tan is attractive, it can literally turn into a killer if it turns into skin cancer, a disease that will attack one in five Americans according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). Excessive exposure to UV rays can also lead to cataracts, premature wrinkles, dryness and age spots.