Laser Scar Removal
Laser treatment to soften, flatten and fade surgical, traumatic and burn scars.
Stretch Mark Removal
Overview
Stretch marks are scars in the dermis caused by rapid stretching of the skin. Treatment stimulates collagen to improve their texture and reduce their contrast with surrounding skin. Newer red or purple marks respond considerably better than older white ones — which is the main thing determining what result is realistic.
Benefits of this treatment
Improves texture and colour contrast
Reduces the visible difference between stretch marks and surrounding skin.
Best on newer marks
Red or purple stretch marks respond considerably better than older, white, more established ones.
Non-surgical
Laser and microneedling approaches avoid the need for any incision.
How the procedure is performed
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1
15 minutes
Assessment
Stretch mark age, colour and depth are assessed to set expectations and plan the approach.
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2
20–45 minutes
Treatment
Fractional laser or microneedling stimulates new collagen production in the affected area.
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3
10 minutes
Aftercare
Skincare and sun protection guidance is given for the following weeks.
Recovery and aftercare
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Days 1–3
Redness or mild swelling
The treated area may look flushed, similar to mild sun exposure.
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Days 4–5
Settling
Redness fades and normal activity resumes.
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Weeks 8–12
Progressive improvement
New collagen builds gradually, with improvement continuing well after treatment.
Risks and side effects
Temporary redness or swelling
Common and expected after each session.
Pigment changes
Temporary darkening or lightening can occur, more common in darker skin tones.
Modest improvement on older marks
White, long-established stretch marks improve less than newer red/purple ones.
Rarer complications
- Minimal, with correct technique — Scarring from treatment itself is very rare when settings are matched appropriately to the skin.
What it costs
What affects the price
Area treated
Larger areas (abdomen, thighs) cost more per session than smaller areas.
Number of sessions
A full course (typically 4–8 sessions) is usually priced as a package.
Frequently asked questions
No — stretch marks are a form of scarring in the dermis. Treatment produces meaningful improvement in texture and colour, not complete removal.
Newer, still-red or purple stretch marks respond considerably better than older, white, more established ones — earlier treatment gets a better result.
No, treatment is deferred until after pregnancy and breastfeeding are complete.
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