Treatment for Stretch Marks
Stretch marks are scars that form due to overstretching of the skin. Like the dermis, the epidermis also overstretches, making it thin and translucent. The constant stretching of skin can result in the rupture of collagen and dilation of blood vessels, leaving behind stretch marks and scars.
This continuous and stressful stretching of the skin can be the result of pregnancy, weight gain, or growth spurts. Stretch marks can also be the response to certain medications such as steroids or hormones. Small tears are created when skin expands rapidly and red lines become apparent on the dermis.
Stretch marks vary in appearance however, many are much like scars as they take on a shiny, depressed, scar like texture and color. Over time it is possible that this appearance can fade. The color of the mark can lighten and the texture might smooth out.
About 70 percent of adolescent females and almost 40 percent of young males find themselves victim to stretch marks. The most commonly affected areas of the body include the abdominal area, thighs, upper arms, breasts, hips, and lower back.
Stretch Marks Due to Pregnancy
Pregnancy is undoubtedly a beautiful time in a woman's life, however, it comes with many ugly side effects. Many of these appear on the skin as a result of changing hormone levels and body size.
The most commonly experienced consequence is stretch marks. Skin becomes thinner during pregnancy because of high hormone levels that disrupt the skin's equilibrium. This fact leaves almost 90 percent of pregnant women with stretch marks, most commonly during the third trimester. These marks can be an ugly side effect, but luckily there are ways to remove them.
Stretch Mark Removal by Surgery
A popular way to get rid of stretch marks is by surgery. Abdominoplasty, or more commonly known as a 'tummy tuck,' removes the skin of the lower abdomen under the belly button. During pregnancy, this is where the majority of stretch marks appear. Taking away this area of skin eliminates stretch marks entirely.
No matter where you experience stretch marks the surgery can be done as long as there is an excess of skin. Like any other surgery, this one has the risk of causing scars during the procedure. However, doctors make them low enough to cover with clothing. And, with proper care you can get rid of these surgical scars within one year of the procedure.
Regrettably, insurance companies don't often cover aesthetic procedures such as stretch mark removal surgery. The cost will depend on the hospital or clinic in which the procedure is done. A fair estimate would be between 4000 and 7500 dollars. Therefore, it is in your best interest to evade stretch marks all together by preventing their appearance by using particular natural products.
Biocutis offers completely natural products specifically designed to treat stretch marks. Bio Skin Cream works by regenerating damaged tissue. This stretch mark scar removal deeply moisturizes skin and protects it while the biological ingredients work deep within to digest scar tissue and smooth skin. Avoid plastic surgery and get rid of stretch marks the natural way with effective and organic Biocutis products.
Published June 8th, 2009
Filed in Health