Scar Types
Keloid vs Hypertrophic Scars: How to Tell the Difference
Both are raised scars, but they behave very differently — and that difference changes how they should be treated.
Read articlePractical, honest articles on scars and scar revision — what works, what doesn't, and what to realistically expect. Written and reviewed by Dr. Ayhan Işık Erdal.
Both are raised scars, but they behave very differently — and that difference changes how they should be treated.
Read articleA closed wound is not a finished scar. Here is what actually happens over the first days, weeks, and months.
Read articleSilicone is the most evidence-backed at-home scar treatment. Here's how sheets and gel compare, and how to use them.
Read articleYou cannot erase a scar completely — but an old, prominent scar can very often be made far less noticeable.
Read articleFrom the first consultation to the final result — a clear walkthrough of how scar revision surgery actually works.
Read articleThe weeks after surgery are when you have the most influence over how your scar turns out. Here's a practical plan.
Read articleThey solve different problems. The best plan often uses both — in the right order.
Read articleTwo people can have the same operation and heal very differently. Here's what drives a scar to become prominent.
Read articleAcne scars aren't all the same. Matching the treatment to the scar type is what makes the difference.
Read articleA caesarean scar that is thick, tethered, or overhung by a skin fold can very often be improved.
Read articleReading is a good start — a personal opinion is better. Send a photo for a free assessment.
Share a photo of your scar and a few details. Dr. Erdal will tell you what can realistically be improved and outline a tailored plan and all-inclusive quote — with no obligation.