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How Placement and Incision Closure Affect Surgery Scars

Posted on April 22, 2013 by admin

When planning for most types of surgery, most patients pay more attention to having their ailments addressed before the operation, but are often more concerned with their scars afterwards. Over the years, surgeons have begun to pay more attention to … Continue reading →

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Burn Scars: Looking Below the Surface

Posted on April 22, 2013 by admin

Burns have a multitude of causes, from chemicals to fire to hot liquids and heated surfaces. Skin burns can be minor and superficial or deep and very painful. The amount of damage caused by burns directly affects the healing process … Continue reading →

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Coping With Acne Scars

Posted on April 2, 2013 by admin

Acne is a common skin ailment most often associated with teenagers. It appears as red bumps on the skin, and can occur in teens and adults nearly anywhere on the body. Acne is slow to heal and can cause stress … Continue reading →

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How to Minimize Dog Bite Scars

Posted on April 2, 2013 by admin

With the upcoming National Dog Bite Prevention Week from May 19-25, 2013, we thought this might be a good time to discuss the medical treatments associated with dog bites and dog bite scars. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association … Continue reading →

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The Benefits of Vitamin C

Posted on March 11, 2013 by admin

Among its other benefits, Vitamin C helps heal skin wounds and prevent them from becoming infected by promoting healthy collagen production and providing antioxidant benefits. Our bodies can’t produce and store Vitamin C and because it is water soluble, our … Continue reading →

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Joint Contracture and Prevention

Posted on March 5, 2013 by admin

When injured skin is healing, it develops scar tissue to help bridge the gap along the seams of the cut or damaged skin. This tissue is rich in natural collagen and has a much tougher composition than regular skin. Scars … Continue reading →

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Overcoming The Challenges Of Foot Scars

Posted on March 5, 2013 by admin

Foot scars can be caused by many different sources. From laceration in stepping on sharp objects to surgery to correct broken bones or bunions, foot scars are more difficult to heal than many other areas of the body. One reason … Continue reading →

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Wintertime Scar Management Tips

Posted on February 12, 2013 by admin

Any wound or incision that injures the deep dermis layer of the skin has the potential to become a scar. Everyone’s skin is different in how it scars and how it heals. Winter weather is especially tough on the skin, … Continue reading →

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Skateboarding: Scar Treatment and Prevention

Posted on February 12, 2013 by admin

Skateboarding is a popular pastime, especially among kids. It is also a sport that encourages stunts and fast movement on hard pavement, presenting opportunities for injuries and, of course, scars. There are many ways to prevent and minimize injuries and … Continue reading →

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Coping With Scars From Carpal Tunnel Surgery

Posted on January 22, 2013 by admin

There are many different professions and hobbies which cause people to have problems with carpal tunnel syndrome. These include factory workers, court reporters, tennis players and anyone doing a lot of data entry. When left untreated or when symptoms continue … Continue reading →

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