Stretch Marks NYC

At her Upper East Side practice in New York City, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Marie Hayag provides expert evaluation and non-surgical treatment for stretch marks using advanced, physician-guided laser and energy-based technologies. Stretch marks, also known as striae, develop when the skin stretches rapidly due to pregnancy, growth, weight changes, or hormonal shifts. At Marie Hayag, MD, treatment focuses on improving skin texture, tone, and dermal integrity to visibly soften and refine stretch marks over time.

Stretch marks appear as linear streaks or bands on the skin and most commonly affect the:

• Abdomen
• Thighs
• Hips
• Breasts
• Buttocks
• Upper arms

Early stretch marks are often red or pink (striae rubra), while older stretch marks fade to white or silver (striae alba). Because stretch marks reflect structural changes within the dermis, effective treatment requires targeted vascular correction and controlled dermal remodeling rather than topical therapies alone.

Stretch marks develop when the skin stretches faster than collagen and elastin fibers can adapt. Contributing factors include:

• Pregnancy
• Rapid weight gain or loss
• Puberty growth spurts
• Hormonal fluctuations
• Genetics
• Certain medications

These structural changes lead to thinning and visible streaking of the skin, particularly in areas prone to rapid expansion.

VBeam is a pulsed dye laser that targets vascular components within the skin to reduce redness and inflammation.

VBeam helps reduce redness in early stretch marks and improves overall skin tone by targeting excess blood vessels within red or pink striae.

Ideal for patients with newer, red stretch marks seeking to reduce discoloration and prevent progression.

AVAVA is a precision fractional energy device that stimulates collagen remodeling while minimizing unnecessary damage to surrounding tissue.

AVAVA improves the appearance of mature stretch marks through precision fractional energy delivery that stimulates collagen renewal while minimizing unnecessary thermal spread to surrounding tissue.

Ideal for patients with white or mature stretch marks who want gradual structural improvement with controlled energy delivery.

Fraxel is a fractional laser treatment that creates microscopic zones of thermal stimulation to encourage new collagen formation and skin resurfacing.

Fraxel helps improve skin texture and reduce the visibility of mature stretch marks by promoting collagen remodeling and smoothing uneven skin.

Ideal for patients with established stretch marks seeking resurfacing and textural refinement under physician supervision.

You may be a good candidate if you:

• Have red, pink, or white stretch marks
• Experience textural changes or skin thinning
• Are in overall good health
• Have realistic expectations about gradual improvement
• Prefer non-surgical, physician-guided treatment

Understanding that improvement occurs gradually and that stretch marks cannot be completely erased is an important part of successful treatment planning. A comprehensive consultation with Dr. Hayag will determine the most appropriate treatment based on the age, color, and severity of your stretch marks.

Treatment experience varies depending on the selected technology:

• VBeam typically involves minimal downtime with temporary redness.
• AVAVA may cause mild redness or sensitivity as collagen remodeling begins.
• Fraxel may involve temporary redness, swelling, or mild peeling during recovery.

Improvement develops progressively over several weeks to months as dermal remodeling and collagen renewal enhance skin texture and tone. Multiple sessions are often recommended for optimal results.

The cost of stretch mark treatment in New York City depends on:

• The size of the treatment area
• The number of sessions required
• The specific technology used
• Whether combination therapy is recommended

A personalized treatment plan and detailed cost estimate will be provided during your consultation at Marie Hayag, MD.

• Board-certified dermatologist
• Expertise in laser and energy-based skin treatments
• Customized treatment planning
• Advanced collagen-stimulating technologies
• Focus on gradual, natural-looking improvement

Dr. Hayag emphasizes precise laser selection, individualized treatment planning, and long-term dermal health to achieve safe, natural-looking improvement.