Red stretch marks are a common skin concern that can arise as a result of sudden weight gain, muscle-building, growth spurts, or pregnancy.
If you have noticed these red stretch marks and want to reduce them, Dave Hashemi, MD from Roy Geronemus, MD, can perform laser treatments to reduce the appearance of your red stretch marks.
If you think you could benefit from laser treatment for stretch marks in NYC, read on to learn more about our process.
What Causes Stretch Marks?
Stretch marks are lines of lighter discoloration that appear on the surface of the skin. They can look like scratches or scars, but they actually form when the elastin in your skin breaks.
Elastin is an important protein that allows your skin to stretch and return to its previous shape, but when the skin stretches too far too quickly, this protein can break. Stretch marks appear in the place of this broken elastin.
The skin may rapidly stretch for several reasons. It often occurs during pregnancy as women’s bodies stretch to accommodate their growing baby.
Stretch marks can also form if a patient gains or loses excessive amounts of weight or muscle. Patients may develop stretch marks if their family members have them as well.
Regardless of the cause of a patient’s stretch marks, our team can address them with the Fraxel laser.
The Right Laser Treatment for You
If you are considering laser therapy for stretch marks in NYC, schedule a consultation with Dr. Roy Geronemus or Dr. Dave Hashemi. During this in-person meeting, Dr. Geronemus and Dr. Hashemi will sit down with you to determine the right laser treatment for your red stretch marks.
One option we use to treat stretch marks is the HALO laser. This device uses a combination of ablative and non-ablative resurfacing technology to treat red stretch marks and create a more uniform appearance in the skin.
Another option is VBeam. The VBeam is what’s known as a Pulsed Dye Laser (PDL). A PDL treats the skin with short bursts of intense light, destroying red pigment. This makes it an ideal choice for reducing red stretch marks.
Both treatment options can address your red stretch marks, but to find the ideal choice for your body, concerns, and goals, meet with our experts. They’ll listen to your preferences and take your opinions into account as they develop your plan.
Schedule Your Stretch Mark Treatment With Our Team
Stretch marks may be a common concern, but with the right treatment from our team at Roy Geronemus, MD, we can reduce them and restore an even appearance to your skin.
To get started, request an appointment with our team. You can also learn more about your options with our online treatment planner. Get the quality skincare assistance you deserve at Roy Geronemus, MD.
