Scars are a common result of acne, surgical procedures, injuries, burns, or chickenpox. While some scars may soften over time, laser expert Dr Touma recommends early and properly targeted treatment to remove or reduce the appearance of scars.
At his clinics The Skin Clinic Lebanon and Skin Experts Polyclinic Dubai, scar treatment is approached with precision, using advanced laser technologies and combination protocols tailored to each scar type and skin quality.
Understanding Scar Types
Effective scar removal depends on accurate classification. Scars are broadly divided into hypertrophic (raised) and atrophic (depressed) scars, each requiring a different therapeutic strategy.
Treatment of Hypertrophic (Raised) Scars
Hypertrophic scars are thick, raised scars that often follow surgery, trauma, or burns. Treatment may include:
● Vascular laser therapy to reduce redness and blood supply
● Deep fractional laser resurfacing to remodel excess scar tissue
● Steroid injections application through laser created channels or intralesionally in selected cases to flatten and soften the scar.
Combination therapy is often required to achieve optimal results.
Treatment of Atrophic (Depressed) Scars
Atrophic scars are most commonly seen after acne or surgery and vary in shape and depth.
Sharp-Edged Atrophic Scars
These include boxcar and ice-pick–type acne scars, as well as certain surgical scars. Treatment options include:
● Laser resurfacing to smooth scar edges and stimulate collagen
● Surgical scar revision with precise re-suturing when indicated
Soft-Edged Atrophic Scars
These scars blend gradually into surrounding skin and are generally more responsive to treatment.
They may be improved with:
● Dermal fillers injected directly beneath the scar
● Non-ablative fractional lasers to stimulate collagen production
● Energy-based skin remodeling treatments
● Subcision
Subcision for Acne Scars
Subcision is a minimally invasive surgical technique used to treat tethered acne scars and cellulite dimples.
Using a specialized needle, fibrotic scar bands are released beneath the skin while simultaneously stimulating new collagen formation. This allows the depressed scar to elevate and blend more naturally with surrounding skin.
Subcision is often combined with laser resurfacing, radiofrequency microneedling, or fillers for enhanced and long-lasting results.
Stretch Mark Treatment
Stretch marks are a form of atrophic scarring caused by rapid skin stretching during pregnancy, weight changes, or growth spurts.
At our clinics, stretch marks are treated using advanced combination protocols, which may include:
● Collagen-stimulating lasers, Currently Dr Touma prefers the Er:Glass/Thulium Fraxpro laser for stretch marks removal.
● Microneedling sessions
● Radiofrequency microneedling
● Medical-grade home care to support skin regeneration
These treatments improve skin texture, thickness, and overall appearance over time.
Personalized Scar Treatment Approach
No two scars are alike. Dr. Dany Touma and his team perform a detailed assessment of:
● Scar type and depth
● Skin type and color
● Location and age of the scar
Based on this evaluation, a customized treatment plan is designed to maximize improvement while maintaining skin safety and natural results.
Our Expertise
With decades of experience in laser dermatology and scar revision, and clinics in Lebanon and Dubai, Dr. Dany Touma is recognized for his comprehensive, evidence-based approach to scar removal.
Patients benefit from advanced technology, refined techniques, and combination treatments designed to deliver visible, long-term improvement.
Available at Skin Experts Polyclinic UAE and The Skin Clinic Lebanon
