Stretch marks are results of continuous stretching of the skin over a period of time. This is usually during the pregnancy period or due the sudden gain of weight. When the layers of skin are stretched they are torn and are replaced by scar tissues or collagen.

Once the person loses weight and regains the original shape the mark of stretch is left behind. These scars appear like a pink or purplish thread which is found normally on the belly, thighs, breasts, hips and upper arms.

These stretch marks do not cause any hazards to the health but gives the bad impression on the body. There are many ways for removing these stretch marks. Laser surgery is one of the finest ways for their removal and has minimum side effects.

Laser Surgery For Stretch Marks:

The procedure of the surgery is quiet simple. A ray of light is travels along the stretch marks and the thin layers of the skin are removed. Once the treatment is done, the skin starts healing itself and damaged tissues are healed with the new skin in a small span of time.

The time taken for surgery can vary from ten minutes to one hour. The time taken for surgery also depends on the severity of the stretch marks and the area where the treatment is being done. If the scar is not much severe it can be treated in one sitting otherwise two three sitting can be done to treat it completely.

The marks which are recently formed or are of red, pink, purple or brown in color can be easy treated and have highest success rates. Whereas those marks which are old and mature and are white or silver in color are difficult to remove. The treatment of laser can still reduce their appearance.

Side Effects Of Laser Therapy For Stretch Marks:

Although, laser therapy do not have much of the side effects but some of them which might take place are:

• Swelling or blister formation can be there on the treated area.
• Change in color of skin can be there which is temporary. It can return back to normal with the passage of time.

These are not exactly the side effects but the symptoms which can be cured within the few days after the treatment.