Understanding and Managing Stretch Marks: Insights and Treatments
5/20/2024
Nikole Larkin, Nurse Practitioner with Aspirus Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics
Stretch marks, those
lines and streaks that appear on the skin, often bring with them a blend of
emotions. While they are entirely harmless and can fade over time, many
individuals look for ways to minimize their appearance.
The journey to
understanding stretch marks reveals that while they don't necessitate
treatment, options are available for those seeking improvement.
“Stretch marks are a
common skin condition that occurs when our skin stretches or shrinks quickly,”
says Nikole
Larkin, APNP, nurse practitioner with Aspirus Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics.
“This rapid change causes the collagen and elastin, which support our skin, to
rupture. As the skin heals, stretch marks may appear.”
Notably, these marks
are harmless and may fade with time. However, for those who are self-conscious
about them, there are treatment options aimed at making stretch marks less
noticeable, although it's important to manage expectations as they might not completely
vanish.
Some treatments
options offered at Aspirus
Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics include:
Factors to consider
include the age of the stretch marks, skin type, the convenience of treatment
schedules, cost implications, and personal expectations for post-treatment
appearance.
With a variety of
treatments available, those seeking to improve the appearance of stretch marks
have options to explore, with the guidance of experienced healthcare
professionals.
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