Do you know what are the treatments for scarring?

  Patients seeking scar treatment are advised to have a general understanding of scar treatment methods prior to their visit in order to facilitate effective communication with their physician. Below is a brief overview of the available scar treatment methods.  Scar treatment methods are broadly divided into two categories: non-invasive treatment and invasive treatment.  Non-invasive treatments include: compression therapy (such as compression garments for burn patients), topical medications (such as garlic extract, vitamin E drugs), oral medications (antihistamines), silicone (silicone gel sheets or silicone gel), and local massage.  2. Invasive treatment methods include: surgical excision and plastic surgery, intra-scar injections (drugs including corticosteroids, fluorouracil, interferon, bleomycin, etc.), radiation therapy, laser therapy, cryotherapy.