A newly developed “hydrogel” helps skin wounds heal more quickly, according to researchers from the UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science. The material, which is injected, creates an instant scaffold that allows new tissue to latch on and grow within the cavities formed between linked spheres of gel, according to a news… Continue reading Better Healing for Skin Wounds
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Expert Advice on Treating Scars
Warmer weather means more outdoor activities – and probably more scrapes and cuts. Even a minor injury can lead to a scar, the American Academy of Dermatologists says, and that’s a natural part of the healing process. But no one likes the look of a scar, and the AAD is offering some hints on how… Continue reading Expert Advice on Treating Scars