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The Scar Clinic Perth, Unit 4, 2 McCourt Street, West Leederville, Perth (2026)

10/03/2026

We are delighted to share this article with you on The West Australian Surgical Approach to Massive Burn Injury, published for the Burns Special Edition of the Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

As many of you know, The Scar Clinic Perth Surgeons, Dr Suzanne, Dr Anna and Dr Helen, are all Plastic Surgeons specialising in Burns and Scarring and working in Western Australia’s State Burns Unit.

We are really proud of this work and our journey as a team.
It’s free to access - just head to our story or story highlight and click the link or type the name into Google. We hope you enjoy it.

08/03/2026

CAESARIAN SECTION SCARS

A Caesarian section scar is usually the last thing on a new parent’s mind when their baby is delivered - but if that scar is persistently red, thick and itchy then it can be very problematic during a busy time.

It’s often in the pant-line, where it can be rubbed by underwear or jeans once you start wearing your usual un**es style again; which can increase the discomfort.

41% births in 2023 were by Caesarian section so many women have this type of scar and som of the scars are problematic.

If your c-section scar hasn’t settled the way you would like or remains red, thick and/or itchy then scar therapy and CO2 laser can help to improve the scar.

To discuss c-section or any other scar improvement options get in touch with us at The Scar Clinic Perth on:

(08) 6166 3739
or
info@thescarclinicperth.com.au

05/03/2026

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY!

This weekend is International Women’s Day; a day to celebrate commitment to gender equality and to acknowledge the wonderful women in our lives.

So from the all-female surgical and management team here at The Scar Clinic Perth, Happy IWD and we hope you have a great weekend.

As always, if you have a scar and you would like some expert advice on the options available to improve it, then contact us on:

(08) 6166 3739
or
info@thescarclinicperth.com.au

03/03/2026

KELOID ARM SCARS

These images show our 25-year old patient before and 6 months after two laser and steroid treatments to the keloid scar on her right upper arm.

The scar is flatter, less red and less itchy than previously, but like many keloids started to feel active again in the warmer weather, prompting our patient to seek further treatment to flatten it. Further laser and steroid, combined with silicone taping to provide some compression, is the best way to maintain the gains from her treatment.

These photographs are of an actual patient treated at The Scar Clinic Perth by Dr Helen Douglas who has given her permission for use of these images for education and marketing.

Due to AHPRA regulations, comments have been turned off as any positive comments could be interpreted as testimonials. Thanks for your understanding.
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All results will vary between individuals and will depend upon genetic and lifestyle factors. There are no guarantees that your results will be the same as the patients’ shown.
All laser treatments comes with risks and recovery times; details on this can be found on our website (link in bio).
It is advisable to seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified medical practitioner such as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon.

For more information about all types of treatment for scars or to schedule a consultation contact us on:

(08) 6166 3739
or
info@thescarclinicperth.com.au

01/03/2026

LABOUR DAY!

Today is Labour Day in Western Australia, an annual public holiday also known as Eight Hours Day in other states and territories.

It celebrates the granting of an 8-hour working day for Australians in 1856.

Labour Day recognises the contributions of Australia’s workers to the nation’s economy and has been celebrated for well over a century.

The Scar Clinic Perth Team will observe this holiday and return to work tomorrow!

26/02/2026

KELOIDS AND HUMANS

Yes, it’s true - keloid scars only occur in human beings.

No one really knows why other animals don’t develop them - differences in our wound healing, skin physiology and immune systems have been suggested, but in reality we don’t know why keloids develop at all, never mind why only in humans.

What we do know is they are hard to treat and very unpleasant for the humans that have them.

We also know at The Scar Clinic Perth that there are ways of improving keloid scars.

If you have an keloid that you’d like to improve then contact us on:

(08) 6166 3739
or
info@thescarclinicperth.com.au

24/02/2026

BREAST SURGERY SCARS

These images show our 29 year old patient before and 2 months after a single laser and steroid treatment to the thick scars on her left breast post-uplift surgery 5 months prior.

The scar is flatter, less red and less itchy.
Importantly in this type of surgery, there is less risk of skin thinning, telanjectasia and fat destruction than with steroid injections alone.

She will undergo further treatment to continue the improvement of the remaining raised areas.

These photographs are of an actual patient treated at The Scar Clinic Perth by Dr. Helen Douglas who has given her permission for use of these images for education and marketing.

Due to AHPRA regulations, comments have been turned off as any positive comments could be interpreted as testimonials. Thanks for your understanding.
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All results will vary between individuals and will depend upon genetic and lifestyle factors. There are no guarantees that your results will be the same as the patients’ shown.
All laser treatments comes with risks and recovery times; details on this can be found on our website (link in bio).
It is advisable to seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified medical practitioner such as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon.

For more information about all types of treatment for scars or to schedule a consultation contact us on:

(08) 6166 3739
or
info@thescarclinicperth.com.au

$TRAUMA SCARSThis picture shows a freshly healed and stitched trauma scar on the inner elbow after a fracture has been su...$

22/02/2026

TRAUMA SCARS

This picture shows a freshly healed and stitched trauma scar on the inner elbow after a fracture has been surgically fixed - it is red, puckered and getting thicker as the early scar lays down collagen.

Surgical scars around joints frequently result in bad scars, even if the wound is sutured well and heals quickly.
This is possibly due to the mobility of the area putting tension on the scar; it also happens on the chest and jaw.

These scars usually respond very well to CO2 laser with or without steroid injections.

If you would like more information on scar improvement or to schedule a consultation with one of our surgeons contact us on:

(08) 6166 3739
or
info@thescarclinicperth.com.au
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19/02/2026

RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS WEEK!

Since 1995 the second week of February has been Random Acts of Kindness Week - a week where instilling kindness and spreading positivity to set a standard for making society a better place to live.

You can read about acts of kindness and engage in acts of kindness e.g. volunteering for charities, get someone a free coffee at a drive through or even just holding a door open or letting someone in front of you.

Here at The Scar Clinic Perth we will be thinking about how we can fit these acts into our daily lives, not just this week but always.

As always, if you have a scar and you would like some expert advice on the options available to improve it, then contact us on:

(08) 6166 3739
or
info@thescarclinicperth.com.au

17/02/2026

SURGICAL SKIN GRAFT SCARS

These images show our 63-year old patient before and 8 weeks after a single CO2 laser treatment for the skin graft on his left lower eyelid.

This skin graft was performed 8 weeks prior to his laser treatment - necessary post-removal of a deep skin cancer by a plastic surgery colleague. As the grafts heal they usually contract, which was pulling his lower lid down and he was referred to The Scar Clinic by his specialist for early aggressive scar treatment.

8 weeks after a single CO2 laser treatment the scar has loosened significantly, allowing the lower lid position to improve, reducing dryness and improving symmetry and appearance.

These photographs are of an actual patient treated at The Scar Clinic Perth by Dr Helen Douglas who has given his permission for use of these images for education and marketing.

Due to AHPRA regulations, comments have been turned off as any positive comments could be interpreted as testimonials. Thanks for your understanding.
______________________________________

All results will vary between individuals and will depend upon genetic and lifestyle factors. There are no guarantees that your results will be the same as the patients’ shown.
All laser treatments comes with risks and recovery times; details on this can be found on our website (link in bio).
It is advisable to seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified medical practitioner such as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon.

For more information about all types of treatment for scars or to schedule a consultation contact us on:

(08) 6166 3739
or
info@thescarclinicperth.com.au

15/02/2026

SKIN GRAFT SCARS

Whether after injury or following skin cancer removal, a skin graft will leave a scar.

Skin graft scars can be thick, itchy and red early on and tight and uncomfortable later.

CO2 laser treatment can help to make the skin graft scar look, feel and move better.

This is by making it more pliable - the laser channels ‘perforate’ the scar and leave it feeling looser so it moves more freely and you can pick it up like normal skin. It also flattens any thicker areas.

Skin graft scars can be treated for thickness or tightness weeks, months or years after the skin graft and get improvement.

If you would like more information on skin graft scar treatments or to schedule a consultation with one of our surgeons contact us on:

(08) 6166 3739
or
info@thescarclinicperth.com.au

10/02/2026

EAR KELOID SCARS

These images show our 23-year old patient before and 2 months after a single CO2 laser and steroid treatment for the thick keloid on his left earlobe.

The scar has reduced in thickness and the colour and itch has improved. Further treatment will continue to flatten this large keloid in a controlled fashion.

These photographs are of an actual patient treated at The Scar Clinic Perth by Dr Helen Douglas who has given his permission for use of these images for education and marketing.

Due to AHPRA regulations, comments have been turned off as any positive comments could be interpreted as testimonials. Thanks for your understanding.
______________________________________

All results will vary between individuals and will depend upon genetic and lifestyle factors. There are no guarantees that your results will be the same as the patients’ shown.
All laser treatments comes with risks and recovery times; details on this can be found on our website (link in bio).
It is advisable to seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified medical practitioner such as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon.

For more information about all types of treatment for scars or to schedule a consultation contact us on:

(08) 6166 3739
or
info@thescarclinicperth.com.au

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