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Can Surgery Do Anything to Correct Stretch Marks?

asked 4 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Stephen A. Goldstein, MD
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Tags: stretch marks, body, cosmetic surgery, skin

I know that creams won't work on stretch marks and lasers will only do a little bit if the stretch marks are new, but I am willing to take more drastic measures to get rid of my stretch marks. Would surgery be able to do anything for me? Thx

2 answers to Can Surgery Do Anything to Correct Stretch Marks?

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Surgical excision is the only effective modality to remove mature stretch mark(s)

Stretch marks are visible scars occurring in the skin. Stretch marks are caused by a tearing of the dermis and are the result of rapid stretching of the skin seen during periods of rapid growth. The normal expansion of the skin cannot keep pace with the volume growth and a rent or tear occurs within the dermis. This most commonly occurs during puberty, pregnancy or weight gain. The scars are heightened by a color change with pink or red hues occurring when the stretch marks are young... more
Stephen A. Goldstein, MD

Englewood Plastic Surgeon
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Stretch marks - three possible solutions

Stretch marks commonly occur during pregnancy or from rapid weight gain. When stretch marks are newly formed ( less than a year), lasers and phototherapy can be used to reduce the redness and visibility of the stretch mark. Individual large stretch marks can be surgically removed, although a fine line scar will replace the stretch mark. A larger area of stretch marks on the lower abdomen can be removed during an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck by removing the entire area of excess skin.... more
Mark A. Codner, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

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