There are a variety of treatments available to improve scars. However, it is important to note that we can never totally remove scars; we can only improve them. The top layer of the skin, called the papillary dermis, does not scar. However, the lower layer, called the reticular dermis, does scar. If injuries penetrate into Read More
It is important to realize that some scars cannot be removed but only improved. Scars in the top layer of skin [papillary dermis] can be completely removed. However, scars that extend into the deeper layers of skin [reticular dermis] cannot be removed but only improved. Sometimes acne scars penetrate deep into this area. Scars from Read More
Cheek implants are used to provide more fullness over the cheekbones. They are usually done from inside the mouth where an incision is made and tissue is elevated from the bone. Medical grade implants are then placed over the bony contours to provide more prominence of the cheekbones. This oftentimes provides more of an “almond” Read More