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Dr. Kristen Kelly
Medical School- University of California, Los Angeles
Residency- UC Irvine Medical Center
Dr. J. Stuart Nelson
Medical School- University of Southern California
Residency- UC Irvine Medical Center
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Dr. Kristen Kelly
Board Certified, American Board of Dermatology
Dr. J. Stuart Nelson
Board Certified
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Dr. J. Stuart Nelson
Medical Director, Beckman Laser Institute
UC Irvine Medical Center
Professor
Dr. Kristen Kelly
Associate Professor, Departments of Dermatology and Surgery, UC Irvine
Beckman Laser Institute
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Everyone hates having stretch marks. They show up on our skin due to hormone changes during phases in our lives. These hormonal shifts may be due to events such as pregnancy, major weight loss or gain, puberty, even weight lifting all may contribute to the formation of stretch marks.
Skin with stretch marks looks very different from normal skin, the hallmark red or white lines which streak across our skin stand out greatly. What’s strange is that skin with stretch marks looks almost identical to normal, healthy skin under a microscope. The damaged elastin fiber proteins in the skin only make up about 4% of skin, though the appearance is much more significant.
Fortunately new lasers, such as Fraxel and Affirm, can help diminish some of the textural problems with stretch marks. Call to schedule an appointment today to learn more about laser treatment for stretch marks.
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 | Always seek treatment with an experienced physician. |  | Be willing to travel a bit for the best possible treatment. |  | During your consultation, ask questions regarding results, concerns, and after care. |
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 | | The Patient’s Guide is the most respected online publication providing information about stretch marks, their causes, treatment, and laser therapy. Our mission is to provide you with unbiased, scientifically accurate information about striae and red skin lesions, as well as potential treatments. The information published on this site is written and provided by some of America’s foremost dermatologists and laser surgery experts. | | >>More About the Patient's Guide | |
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