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Keloid scars represent a complex dermatological challenge that requires specialized expertise and targeted intervention. At Dermestetics McLean, we combine sophisticated medical technologies with personalized treatment strategies to address both the visible manifestations and underlying causes of keloid formation. Our integrated approach focuses on achieving sustainable results while prioritizing your comfort and confidence.
Clinical Excellence Team
Our McLean location features fellowship-trained specialists in advanced scar management and reconstructive dermatology. By combining decades of clinical experience with ongoing research involvement, we deliver treatment protocols that reflect the latest developments in keloid therapy. Our commitment to excellence ensures you receive precisely calibrated care for optimal outcomes.
What distinguishes our keloid treatments?
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Consultation Required?
Yes
Duration of Results
Long-term with maintenance
Sessions Needed
Personalized (typically 5-9 sessions)
Downtime
Minimal recovery time
What It Treats
Specialized Keloid Care For:
Earlobe keloids
Jawline formations
Sternum keloids
Surgical keloids
Impact-related keloids
Body modification keloids
Stress-point keloids
Hereditary patterns
Understanding Keloid Scars
1. What Are Keloids?
Keloids represent abnormal healing responses characterized by:
- Accelerated collagen synthesis
- Boundary transgression
- Progressive expansion
- Structural changes
- Varied manifestations
2. Risk Factors
Critical factors influencing development:
- Inherited tendencies
- Skin characteristics
- Age considerations
- Anatomical vulnerabilities
- Healing dynamics
- External influences
3. Keloid Classifications
Our evaluation system identifies:
Initial Keloids:
- New formation
- Surface changes
- Defined margins
- Minimal symptoms
Developing Keloids:
- Active progression
- Increased volume
- Expanding territory
- Evolving symptoms
Complex Keloids:
- Extended presence
- Substantial development
- Multiple regions
- Persistent symptoms
4. Common Symptoms
Typical presentations include:
- Structural changes
- Pigment alterations
- Physical sensitivity
- Textural variations
- Motion effects
- Comfort impact
How it Works
How it Works
Our Systematic Approach to Keloid Treatment in McLean
Your evaluation process includes:
- High-resolution mapping
- Blood flow assessment
- Pattern recognition
- Sensitivity testing
- Historical analysis
- Objective setting
How do we formulate your treatment plan?
We employ a strategic methodology:
- Core Solutions: Specialized injections
- Combination laser therapy
- Surface treatments
- Mechanical intervention
- Prevention Focus: Individual protocols
- Trigger management
- Protection strategies
- Behavioral guidance
- Sustained Care: Progress monitoring
- Protocol adaptation
- Prevention enhancement
What results should you expect?
Our protocols typically yield:
- Volume reduction
- Increased pliability
- Comfort improvement
- Aesthetic enhancement
- Function optimization
- Self-assurance
Who makes an ideal candidate?
Optimal candidates include:
- Current keloid cases
- Prevention-focused individuals
- Symptom-experiencing patients
- Early-stage formations
- Management-committed persons
- Realistic goal setters
How do we document progress?
We implement comprehensive tracking:
- 3D progression mapping
- Measured outcomes
- Comfort matrices
- Visual documentation
- Function assessment
- Quality indicators
Complementary Treatments
Supporting your recovery: