Keloid Removal Surgery
A keloid is defined as a thick, raised scar that can occur as the result of a skin injury. Oftentimes, patients see us to remove keloids that have formed on or around the earlobes after getting a piercing. However, keloids can also form on the shoulders, cheeks, and chest. Some patients are more prone to developing keloids than others, which may lead to multiple keloids surfacing or cause them to become abnormally large. At Astra Plastic Surgery, we perform keloid removal for patients who struggle with the appearance of one or multiple keloids.
What Is Keloid Removal?
A keloid is an overgrowth of tissue that can appear as a large mass of scar tissue that forms around wounds on the body, often surgical incisions, injuries, and piercings. Because keloids are comprised of collagen buildup, they are not medically necessary to remove. However, not only are keloids unsightly to look at, but they can also cause pain and irritation. Keloid removal is a procedure in which keloids are surgically cut from the body. During keloid removal surgery, our plastic surgeons can remove the keloid itself, as well as remove any excess scar tissue and reconstruct the surrounding skin for the best possible aesthetic outcome.
Unlike normal scars, keloids can become larger than the scar itself, especially in areas where the skin is subjected to high tension. Although there are many other treatments for keloids that can improve their size and appearance, such as medical dressings, prescription medications, laser surgery, and cryotherapy, keloid removal surgery has proven to be the most effective. When opting for less invasive options, surgical keloid removal offers the lowest chance of the keloid returning.
What Are The Benefits Of Keloid Removal?
Keloid removal surgery can alleviate any discomfort or insecurities caused by an overgrowth of scar tissue. Keloids can prevent patients from wearing earrings, and cause itching, pain, and general cosmetic discomfort in one’s appearance. While keloids can cause no symptoms in some cases, keloids that form in noticeable places such as the face, hands, ears, can cause patients to feel self-conscious. Although there are topical solutions available, to fully remove keloids it is best to consult with our plastic surgeons about keloid removal options. At Astra Plastic Surgery, we offer keloid removal for patients seeking improved self-esteem.
| BENEFITS OF KELOID REMOVAL |
| REDUCES PAIN & IRRITATION |
| REDUCES RISK OF KELOID GROWING BACK |
| LONG-LASTING RESULTS |
| SHORT PROCEDURE TIME |
| NO DOWNTIME REQUIRED |
| MINIMALLY INVASIVE PROCEDURE |
| BOOSTS CONFIDENCE |