Scars tell stories — of healing, growth, and recovery. But for many people, visible scars can also be a source of discomfort or self-consciousness, especially when they appear on the face or other exposed areas. Whether your scar resulted from acne, surgery, burns, or injury, modern dermatology offers safe and effective solutions to minimize its appearance and restore your skin’s smooth texture.

At Dr. Rami Hamed Center (DRHC) in Dubai, our dermatology team provides advanced clinical scar treatments tailored to each individual’s skin type, scar pattern, and healing needs. Our goal is to help you feel confident and comfortable in your skin again — with treatments that are both medically sound and aesthetically precise.

Understanding Scars: Why They Form

A scar is your body’s natural way of healing after the skin is injured. When the deeper layers of the skin are damaged, the body produces collagen fibers to repair the area. While this is a vital healing process, the new tissue often looks and feels different from the surrounding skin, leading to visible marks or raised areas.

Common types of scars include:

• Atrophic scars: Depressed or pitted scars, often caused by acne or chickenpox.
• Hypertrophic scars: Raised scars that stay within the boundary of the original wound.
• Keloid scars: Overgrown, thick scars that extend beyond the injury site.
• Contracture scars: Scars that tighten the skin, often caused by burns or large injuries.

Each scar type requires a different treatment approach — which is why professional assessment is essential before beginning any procedure.

Clinical Scar Treatment Options at DRHC Dubai

At DRHC Dubai, our dermatologists use evidence-based, minimally invasive methods to reduce scar visibility and improve skin texture. Treatments are personalized after a detailed skin assessment to ensure optimal results.

1. Laser Therapy

Laser treatments help resurface the skin, smooth uneven texture, and lighten pigmentation associated with scars. By stimulating collagen production, laser therapy gradually improves the appearance of both new and old scars.

2. Microneedling with PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)

Also known as the “vampire facial,” this treatment uses tiny needles to trigger natural healing and new collagen growth. When combined with PRP — a concentrated form of your own plasma — it can significantly reduce acne scars, stretch marks, and surgical scars while improving overall skin tone.

3. Chemical Peels

Chemical peels gently exfoliate the top layer of the skin to encourage new, smoother skin formation. They’re often used for mild to moderate acne scars and uneven pigmentation.

4. Dermal Fillers

For deep, pitted scars, dermal fillers can temporarily lift the depressed areas, creating a smoother and more even skin surface.

5. Corticosteroid Injections

For thick or raised scars such as keloids, corticosteroid injections help flatten and soften the scar tissue over time, reducing discomfort and redness.

6. Surgical Scar Revision

In cases of large or complex scars, surgical scar revision may be recommended to reposition or reduce the scar’s size, improving its overall appearance. DRHC’s dermatology and plastic surgery specialists work collaboratively to ensure safe and aesthetic outcomes.