Stretch marks are long, narrow streaks, stripes, or lines that usually develop on the skin and appear like the bands of parallel lines. Stretch marks are a sign of a rapid increase in the skin size that usually occurs due to the tearing of the dermis layer. These marks usually appear when the skin is suddenly stretched by rapid gain or weight loss and are mostly seen on a wide range of body parts that include the stomach, thighs, breasts, upper arms, and lower back. Stretch marks can also occur due to rapid body growth during puberty, skin stretching during the late stages of pregnancy, or rapid weight gain. Many a time hormonal disorder, can also result in developing stretch marks.
Dr. Rasya Dixit is one of the best skin specialists in Bangalore who performs effective and advanced treatments for reducing the appearance of stretch marks. Stretch marks are scars or disfiguring lesions that do not pose any serious risk to the body but can lower an individual's self-confidence and self-esteem. Stretch marks occur when the skin cannot go back to its normal form after rapid stretching. Stretch marks also result due to the rapid breakdown of essential skin proteins collagen and elastin.
Causes of stretch marks:
During pregnancy, the skin stretches in numerous ways to make room for the developing baby. The regular tugging and stretching of the skin cause stretch marks.
When an individual rapidly gains or losses weight, the appearance of stretch marks becomes evident. A sudden growth spurt causes stretch marks.
Corticosteroid creams, lotions, and certain medicines application cause stretch marks by decreasing the skin’s ability to stretch. These products decrease the level of collagen production in the skin.
Certain medical medications cause stretch marks such as Marfan syndrome, Cushing syndrome. Marfan syndrome causes decreased elasticity in the skin’s tissue, whereas Cushing syndrome causes the body to produce too much hormone that leads to rapid weight gain and stretching of the skin.
Dr. Rasya Dixit performs various advanced stretch marks treatment in Bangalore to reduce the appearance of stretch marks. These include:
Microdermabrasion: Non-invasive, painless procedure that involves the use of crystals. A handheld device is used to exfoliate and remove the damaged top layer of the skin. This decreases the appearance of stretch marks as it promotes new skin cell growth and also boosts new collagen and elastin production. To achieve effective results, multiple sessions are required.
Microneedling with Growth factor treatment: A handheld device, dermaroller with microneedles, is used to make controlled injury on the skin, and this further cause the skin to produce new collagen. This induces fibroblast activity that improves the skin's texture and initiates the production of collagen and elastin. Growth factors are induced through microchannels that give an additional boost of growth factor complex to multiplying fibroblasts and helps in quick and fast healing.
Tixel treatment: This non-invasive treatment aims at rejuvenating skin using heat energy. With the help of this treatment, a controlled level of heat is delivered to fibroblasts. Heat shock proteins are stimulated to improve the stretch marks appearance.
Laser treatment: In this treatment, a powerful beam of light is used to trigger skin regeneration. Lasers help in smoothening and reducing the appearance of stretch marks by boosting collagen and elastin production.
To achieve the best results, an individual must undergo proper sessions as recommended by their surgeon to bring a notable improvement in stretch marks' appearance.
The following steps can prevent stretch marks:
Maintain a stable and healthy weight.
Eat a balanced diet that includes vitamins A and C that helps in maintaining skin health.
Drinking 6 to 8 glasses of water helps in preventing stretch marks.
Dr. Rasya Dixit is one of the best dermatologist in Bangalore and provides treatment for various other skin concerns like eczema, acne scars, fungal infection, acne, vitiligo, scabies, pigmentation, wrinkles, fine lines, melasma, age spots, double chin, etc; at her clinic, Dr. Dixit Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic. To get the best treatment for any skin and hair concerns, please visit Dr. Dixit Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic.