The scars that result from trauma or injury can cause discoloration, self-consciousness, and even restriction of movement due to tightening of the area. Medical research has developed many ways, both surgical and non-surgical, to diminish scars. The treatment will depend on initial injury, skin type, and more factors. Dr. Wallin’s non-surgical scar reduction solutions include gels, tapes, injectables, light therapy and light therapy. He can also completely excise scars, sealing the wound with absorbable sutures or traditional stitches. Dr. Wallin treats everything from the most minor disfigurations to scars that require pharmaceutical tissue substitutes and tissue expansion techniques.