Burns are not just a skin injury; they are a physical and psychological trauma. Whether the burn is caused by hot liquids, chemicals, or fire, the first 24 hours are crucial in determining the skin's future appearance. At JOMEDIX, we combine medical treatment to prevent infection with cosmetic treatment to prevent disfigurement.
๐ When should you go to the emergency room?
If the burn covers a large area (larger than the palm of your hand), is on the face/sensitive areas, or if the skin is white and you feel no pain (third-degree burn), these are cases that cannot wait.
1. Degrees of burns and how to treat them
- First grade (superficial): Redness and pain (similar to sunburn). Treat with medicated moisturizers and painkillers.
- Level Two (Hidden Danger): The appearance of blisters and severe pain necessitates medical intervention to prevent infection, which could deepen the burn and leave a permanent scar.
- Third degree (deep): The entire layer of skin is burned. It requires repair and skin grafting.
2. Our advanced skin restoration techniques
Our goal is to close the wound with the least possible scarring:
A. Biological Skin Substitutes
We use modern membranes that cover the burn to act as a โtemporary skinโ that protects the nerves, reduces pain immediately, and speeds up healing without the need for painful daily dressing changes.
B. Silver Dressings
Silver is the number one enemy of bacteria in burns. We use nano-silver dressings to prevent inflammation that can damage healthy tissue.
3. Post-healing: Treatment of burn and scar effects
Our journey doesn't end with wound healing. We use state-of-the-art laser technology (CO2 Fractional Laser) and local cortisone injections to treat:
- Hypertrophic Scars.
- Skin pigmentation resulting from burns.
- Tightening sagging skin after a burn.