Skin Substitutes

Skin substitutes are advanced biologic Palm Beach Gardens Wound Center products designed to support tissue regeneration and accelerate healing in chronic, non-healing wounds. These innovative treatments provide a protective framework that encourages new tissue growth and helps wounds heal when traditional treatments alone are not enough.

WHAT ARE SKIN SUBSTITUTES?

Advanced Solutions for Difficult-to-Heal Wounds

Skin substitutes are specialized biologic or bioengineered materials that mimic the structure and function of healthy skin. They are applied directly to chronic wounds to provide a scaffold for new tissue growth, improve wound closure, and promote faster healing.

At Palm Beach Gardens Wound Center, Dr. Orlando Cedeno, DPM utilizes advanced skin substitute therapies for patients whose wounds have not responded adequately to conventional treatments. These innovative solutions can significantly improve healing outcomes while reducing the risk of complications.

15–30 Min

Application procedure

FDA-Approved Options

Advanced wound care technology

Non-Surgical

Minimally invasive treatment

Same-Week Appointments

Palm Beach Gardens Wound Center is time-sensitive. Contact us today and we’ll get you seen as quickly as possible.

Methods We Offer

Types of Skin Substitute Treatments

Our Palm Beach Gardens Wound Center specialists select the most appropriate biologic therapy based on your wound characteristics and healing goals.

Cellular Skin Substitutes

Contains living cells that help stimulate tissue repair and support the natural healing process.

Acellular Dermal Matrices

Provides a structural framework that encourages new tissue growth without containing living cells.

Bioengineered Skin Equivalents

Laboratory-developed skin products designed to replicate the function of healthy skin tissue.

Amniotic Tissue Allografts

Derived from donated placental tissues rich in growth factors that support wound healing.

Collagen-Based Skin Substitutes

Supports cellular migration and promotes healthy tissue regeneration.

Advanced Biologic Dressings

Combines wound protection with regenerative properties to accelerate healing.

OUR APPROACH

What to Expect During Your Skin Substitute Treatment

Comprehensive Wound Evaluation

Dr. Cedeno assesses the wound's size, depth, duration, and healing progress to determine candidacy for skin substitute therapy.

Wound Bed Preparation

The wound is carefully cleaned and prepared to maximize the effectiveness of the skin substitute application.

Skin Substitute Application

The selected biologic material is precisely placed over the wound and secured with specialized dressings.

Follow-Up & Monitoring

Regular visits allow us to monitor healing progress and determine if additional applications are needed.

FAQ

Common Questions About Skin Substitutes

What are skin substitutes made from?
Skin substitutes may be derived from donated human tissue, animal-derived collagen, bioengineered materials, or advanced biologic technologies depending on the product used.

No. Skin substitutes are advanced Palm Beach Gardens Wound Center products designed to support healing, while traditional skin grafts involve transplanting skin from another area of the body.

Most skin substitute applications can be completed in approximately 15 to 30 minutes during an office visit.
Some wounds respond after a single treatment, while others may benefit from a series of applications depending on healing progress.
The procedure is generally well tolerated, and most patients experience little to no discomfort during application.
Many insurance plans, including Medicare, may cover medically necessary skin substitute treatments for qualifying chronic wounds.