Expert Burn Scar Treatments at A1 Surgery Center in Jeddah – KSA
Burns from thermal, chemical, or electrical sources are common injuries, with most being minor and treatable at home or urgent care centers. However, burn injuries often result in scars that can have functional and aesthetic implications. Symptoms of burn scars include itching, tightness that restricts joint movement, and discomfort. These scars can appear darker or lighter than surrounding tissue, raised or sunken, and have a smoother texture that is prone to irritation.
At A1 Surgery Center, our plastic surgeons specialize in treating burn scars to alleviate functional impairment and enhance cosmetic appearance. We use a combination of treatments, including laser resurfacing, Morpheus8 microneedling, steroid injections, and surgical interventions to manage these challenging scars.
Types of Burn Scars
Hypertrophic and Keloid Burn Scars Deeper burns often destroy the deeper skin structures, leading to scar contraction and the development of hypertrophic or keloid scars. Hypertrophic scars are raised and red but do not extend beyond the original wound, while keloid scars encroach onto healthy skin. Treatment for keloid scars may involve steroid injections and specialized lasers like the Nd
laser to reduce their size.
Atrophic Scars Some scars become depressed relative to surrounding skin and may attach to underlying structures, becoming immobile or tethered. These atrophic scars can also be discolored due to sunlight exposure, previous steroid treatments, or new blood vessel formation. Burns treated with expanded skin grafts may develop a honeycomb appearance.
Scar Discoloration Burn scars can change color, becoming hyperpigmented or vascular. Treatment strategies include sun protection, topical skin bleaching creams, and laser treatments like pulse dye laser and IPL to manage these changes.
Types of Burns
Superficial Burns The most common type, often from scalding accidents. They present as red, blistered areas affecting the outer skin layer (epidermis). Healing typically takes up to 14 days, with minimal scarring but possible skin discoloration.
Dermal Burns Deeper burns that penetrate further into the skin, often resulting in hypertrophic or keloid scars. They heal through regeneration from intact sebaceous and sweat glands, with visible scarring.
Full-Thickness Burns The deepest burns, causing destruction of nerve endings and slow healing from adjacent healthy tissue. They often require skin grafts or tissue flaps for proper coverage and minimal scarring.
Our Approach
Our practitioners at A1 Surgery Center are experts in treating all types of burn scars. While we do not treat active burn injuries, we provide comprehensive care for scar management to improve both function and appearance. If you sustain an acute burn injury, seek urgent medical attention at your local emergency department.