You may assume that stretch marks only affect growing teens or expanding prepartum bellies, but most adults experience this skin condition in their lifetime.
Though harmless, stretch marks can cause unwanted disruptions to the appearance of your skin. And with countless products promising to erase these scars, many struggle to narrow down the best options.
With the expert providers at The Well Westlake, you can eliminate the guesswork and access treatments tailored to fit you.
Keep reading to learn about our skin rejuvenation techniques for scar tissue, or use our planning tool to customize your radiofrequency microneedling for stretch marks in Westlake.
What Are Stretch Marks?
Stretch marks, or striae distensae, are an incredibly common form of scarring. You can often find these raised or indented streaks on the:
- Breasts
- Abdomen
- Arms
- Buttocks
- Thighs
We typically see this skin condition after the skin has rapidly stretched, often during a growth spurt during puberty or on the abdomen as the fetus develops during pregnancy. However, the connective tissue may also break down from:
- Weight fluctuations
- Significant muscle growth
- Hormonal changes
- And more
As the skin grows more taut to accommodate your changing weight or height, the network of collagen and elastin fibers within the tissue may rupture. As this structure gradually heals itself, visible scar tissue may remain.
While these discolored bands sometimes resolve themselves as your skin repairs itself, other lines may overstay their welcome.
Treating Your Skin Concerns
Depending on your treatment goals and your skin’s health, your expert practitioner may recommend radiofrequency microneedling with the Morpheus8 device.
Morpheus8 RF Microneedling
With this method of microneedling for stretch marks in Westlake, your provider first numbs the skin, then passes the advanced Morpheus8 device across the treatment area, creating controlled micro-injuries. Then, the needles deliver thermal radiofrequency (RF) energy deep through those microscopic channels in the skin.
The 40 needles within the Morpheus8 handpiece penetrate up to 7mm—much deeper than traditional microneedling with the EvoPen—and release RF energy upon puncturing the skin. Your provider can adjust the device settings, selecting the appropriate mode (burst mode or regular) to send increased heat into the areas as needed.
Together with the microneedles, this thermal RF energy stimulates your skin’s healing response. The repair process fosters more comprehensive rejuvenation, awakening new collagen and elastin production to rebuild the scarred skin. A denser collagen and elastin network supports stronger, more elastic skin, steadily firming the uneven texture.
Microneedling also encourages cellular turnover, helping your skin shed the buildup of damaged, discolored cells responsible for the pigmentation and texture in your stretch marks. Over time, your body replaces these cells with bright, healthy ones.
Unleash Your Radiant Complexion
You already have the power to repair your scarred skin. With targeted RF microneedling for stretch marks in Westlake, we can reignite internal healing processes to reveal your skin’s stunning clarity.
As you take control of your aesthetic goals, you can also advance your wellness. Learn how proactive measures like a well-woman exam and advanced treatments like FormaV can support your intimate health.
