A stretch mark is a type of mark that forms when our skin expands or contracts quickly. This abrupt and sudden change causes the collagen and elastin, which support our skin, to rupture. As the skin heals, stretch marks may appear. Fluctuating hormone levels may play a role. In some cases it is hereditary. Following conditions more often result in stretch marks:

• Puberty
• Pregnancy
• Rapid weight loss or gain
• Applying a corticosteroid to your skin for a long time.

We do the following procedures for stretch marks

• Chemical peel
• Carboxy therapy
• Laser therapy
• Microdermabrasion
• Radiofrequency
• Ultrasound
• PRP

We often use a combination of the procedures for optimum results. The in-office procedures have proven more effective than creams, lotions, and gels.

Carboxy therapy is one of the best procedure to treat stretch marks. It involves injecting Carbon dioxide gas into the stretch marks. It is a simple and effective procedure but should be done by an expert. Dr. Sudha Vani is the first to introduce Carboxy therapy in South India, and she has presented many scientific research papers on the subject at national and international medical conferences.

There is no way to prevent the occurrence of stretch marks. The OTC products or creams are not useful, and sometimes harmful also like if you use creams with mercury in it, it can lead to mercury poising which may affect your brain, nerves, and kidneys.
Therefore, it is always good to consult a dermatologist before going for the treatment. Dr.Sudha Vani has rich experience of 19 years to deal with the problem, and Sri Skin and Cosmetology does all the procedures that help fade away your stretch marks.

Like any other scar, stretch marks are permanent, but treatment may make them less noticeable. Its important to understand that no single treatment works for everyone and many products dont seem to work at all.In studies, creams which contain Hyaluronic acid seem to offer some relief. The creams are to be applied only on the advice of a dermatologist.