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Facelift to Correct Numerous Rolling Acne Scars? 47 answers

A recent consultation with plastic surgeon suggested a full face lift to correct rolling acne scars. Scarring is quite significant. After doing...
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How to Get Rid of Acne Scars? 14 answers

Could someone tell me the best way to get rid of acne scars on my chin and my cheeks?
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Is Fat Injection a Solution for my Acne Scars? 12 answers

I have sensitive skin and thus the acne that I had a as teenager has left red, depressed scars on my cheeks. I have been for chemical peels, ND yag,...
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Will Collagen Injections Get Rid of Acne Scars? 8 answers

I have horrible acne scars, and a friend suggested that injections of collagen could help. How expensive it this? Will it work and does it last?
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Acne Scar Removal 8 answers

I am still trying to figure out what is the right laser and/or treatments for me. I have had acne for 2 decades and now want to get rid of the deep...
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What's the Best One Treatment Option for Acne Scars? 8 answers

Is one treatment of Deep FX or Fraxel Repair enough for acne scarring? I'm 21 and have about 6 weeks off, and am looking for the best treatment option.
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Laser Resurfacing and Microdermabrasion for Acne Scars? 7 answers

I have ice pick scars on my cheeks. I've done 5 laser resurfacing and 5 microdermabrasion treatments, but I don't see any significant improvement on ...
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How Do Stars Like Brad Pitt Get Rid of Their Acne Scars? 6 answers

I have seen pictures of Brad Pitt and other actors in films with acne scars. How did they get rid of them? Are they getting fillers or some kind of...
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Downtime for Punch Excision of Acne Scars? 6 answers

How long is the usual downtime for punch excision of acne scars? What can be expected during the downtime/recovery period?
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Best Acne Scar Treatment for Asian Skin? 6 answers

I am 26 years old, fairly light-skinned Asian girl. I have suffered from severe acne in the past but just recently, with the help of medication, I...
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Can Botox Help with Atrophic Facial Acne Scarring? 6 answers

I have atrophic acne scars on my cheeks, and I'm wondering, is it possible to have Botox injected into the cheeks (into each scar) to temporarily...
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Recommendations for Deep Acne Scars? 6 answers

I have attached my left side pic I used to have severe acne for 10 years until it cleared up recently. As seen from the pic, it has left severe deep...
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What’s the Best Dermal Filler for Acne Scars? 5 answers

I've heard about juvederm and restylane but also long lasters like sculptra. for deep scarring is there one preferred injectable treatment?
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Face Acne Scars - Best Way to Remove? 5 answers

What is the best way to remove acne scars on my face? Fraxel, Chemical Peels, or something else?
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Deep Acne Scar Removal 4 answers

Will the microdermabrasion take the deep scars from acne away? If not, what might be suggested?
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Best Treatment for Ice Pick Acne Scars? 4 answers

What is the best treatment for ice-pick acne scarring? I am interested in doing Fraxel Re:pair, and maybe punch excision beforehand but would like...
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Fraxel Repair Vs Pearl Laser for Acne Scars? 4 answers

Which is better for acne scars, Fraxel Re:pair fractional CO2, or the new Pearl fractional laser?
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How Do I Get Rid of Ice Pick Scars? 4 answers

Hello, I am a 28 year old half asian/half hispanic female with medium olive skin tone. I have a scar on my left cheek....not too deep but I think it...
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Scar Removal Treatment for Acne Pit Scars? 4 answers

I have pit like acne scars on my cheeks. About a month or so ago, I had one session of laser treatment and it didn't do much for me. I have skin that...
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How Can Surgery Help with Old Acne Scars? 4 answers

Some people have talked about they had surgery to get rid of their deep acne scars. I don't get how that would work...doesn't surgery mean...
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Subcision and Radiesse As Acne Treatment? 4 answers

I heard that there's currently a clinical trial using subcision and Radiesse (calcium hydroxylapatite) for acne scarring. I am thinking about going...
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Best Treatment for Mild Acne Scarring? 4 answers

I have acne and am currently taking accutane but I am already looking into my options so I can be as informed as possible when the time comes 6 months...
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In Terms of Acne Scars, What Are the Major Differences Between Peels and Laser Resurfacing? 4 answers

Because of the huge cost difference, I'm just curious if a chemical peel would be a cheaper alternative to helping with my acne scars? I have paid...
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Facial Hypertrophic Acne Scar Excision with Aldara? 4 answers

Hi! I'm a 22-year-old African American male. I have two small hypertrophic scars on my jawline from acne. I've had them for at least 3 years...
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Dermaplaning on Acne Scars 4 answers

Can Demaplaning remove acne scars permanently? How many treatments on average does it take?
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Combining Fillers with Laser Treatment for Acne Scars 4 answers

Would temporary fillers combined with laser treatment best for acne scars? I have rolling and possibly ice pick scarring. I've heard subcision...
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Will Glyquin XM Work on Acne Scars? 4 answers

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Does LED Light Treatment Work on Acne Scars? 3 answers

Saw a brochure at my dermatologists office saying light emitting diodes can get rid of acne scars?  If true, just mild scars or deep pitted acne...
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Fraxel Laser Vs Sciton Laser for Acne Scars? 3 answers

I've had 6 treatments of Fraxel Re:store in the past year. After the treatments, I have noticed a slight impovement of my acne scars, but I'm looking...
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Why Did an Attempt to Remove a Deep Pit Acne Scar Result in an Even Worse Scar? 3 answers

I had a deep pit chicken pox or acne scar at the top of my nose. I recently underwent Rhinoplasty and at the last minute asked that the surgeon do...
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Is It Safe to Have Laser Treatment While Breast Feeding? 3 answers

I used to have acne. I suffer now from dark spots on my face. I'm considering laser treament. Is it safe while breastfeeding?
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Remove Acne Scars with Dermabrasion or Laser? 3 answers

I went to a Plastic Surgeon to inquire about having Dermabrasion for acne scars. The surgery was all set for March. After a month, the docter's office...
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Why Are Results from Acne Scar Excision So Uncertain? 3 answers

From the testimony I've read regarding excision of deep or pitted acne scars, the result tends to be extreme. They are either very pleased with the...
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Is Subcision the Best Treatment for my Scars? They Seem to Be Rolling Acne Scars. 3 answers

Hi, I'm wondering if subcision is the best treatment for my acne scars. I have a lot of pitting but what bothers me the most is the uneven texture...
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Fraxel Vs. Palomar Fractional Skin Resurfacing for Acne Scars? 2 answers

Can someone please help me make my decision? I am 34 and have acne scarring only on cheeks...two ice pick scars on one cheek and the other about 5 not...
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Best Treatment for Moderate Acne Scars? 2 answers

My scars arent very deep and are really only noticed up close or when the light hits my face a certain way. Which works best for moderate acne...
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What is Acne Scar Subcision? 2 answers

What is acne scar subcision? How does acne scar subcision work?
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Best Treatment for Acne Scars on Dark Skin 2 answers

I am 56 years old, have very bad acne scarring on my face. My skin tone is bad, and I have dark skin. I went to a dermatologist years ago, and he told...
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Can Any Dermatologist Do Subcision of Rolling Acne Scars? 2 answers

Or only 'cosmetic dermatologists' or plastic surgeons?
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Best Treatment for Large Pores and Minor Acne Scarring? 2 answers

I have very large pores on my face and some small acne scarring. What treatment would offer the best results?
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Acne Scar Removal for Sensitive Skin? 2 answers

I have sensitive skin and get red sometimes especially after shower. Recently, I just got a small acne scar from a huge pimple that I had. What are my...
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Comparing Acne Scar Laser Treatments 2 answers

Please compare Fraxel CO2 with Fraxel restore (erbium resurfacing) and laserbrasion (dermabrasion and CO2 resurfacing combo) for acne scars.  If...
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Best Treatment for Raised Acne Scars? 2 answers

What's the best treatment for raised acne scars?
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Differences Between Tradtional CO2 Laser and Fractional Laser? 2 answers

What are the differences between the traditional CO2 laser (e.g. Derma K) and the Fractional CO2 lasers (Total FX)? If I get severe acne scar, should...
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Acne Scar Treatment to Improve Skin Texture? 2 answers

I have had cystic acne in past and have tried every internal medicine. I even tried Accutane 2 yrs. ago which cleared my acne until recently when I...
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Long-term Improvement of Acne Scars? 2 answers

I have a lot of depressed acne scars and pock marks along with a horrible skin texture. I have had dermabrasion, chemical peels, and most recently,...
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Treatment for Scars Left by Comedone Extraction? 2 answers

When I was 16, I went to a doctor who said he would treat my acne by doing comedone extraction using a tool. I went there for this treatment 4 times...
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Best Surgical Procedure for Acne Scars? 2 answers

There are many non-surgical procedures that do lessen the appearance of acne scars, but not fully in most cases. Is there a surgical procedure out...

Best Treatment for Back Acne Scars 2 answers

I have had back acne when I was a teenager. But I ignored it and did nothing about it. Now my back is full of scars. Can these be treated?
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Are There Home Remedies for Acne Scars? 2 answers

I'm looking for home remedies for acne scars. What do you recommend? What's the best acne scar home remedy or treatment?
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Is the Dermaroller Effective on Acne Scarring? 1 answer

Do any doctors here use the dermaroller for acne scar therapy? It seems to be an interesting treatment and is also said to improve the penetrtation of...
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Acne Scar Removal - What Works Best for Dark Skin? 1 answer

I am looking for a treatment that's affordable. My pores are getting larger the older I get and I would like to prevent this from increasing. I...
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Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) Vs. Fraxel Laser for Acne Scars? 1 answer

Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) and Fraxel Laser treatments seem to work in a similar manner: they create micro injuries to the skin to stimulate...
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Fastest Acne Scar Removal for Face and Chest Areas? 1 answer

I have had acne that I have popped, and they have left a great deal of scars over my chest and face. What can be done for the fastest removal of...
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How Do I Get Rid of Old Acne Scars? 1 answer

I want to get rid of my old acne scars...what acne scar treatments are best for old scars?
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What is the Best Treatment for Pock Marks? 1 answer

Can anyone tell me what is the best treatment for pock marks?
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Microdroplet Silicone Injections for Acne Scars? 1 answer

I have had severe acne and I'm in my early 20's. I am getting my acne under control now but am left with many scars on side of my face and cheeks. I...
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Alternative Procedure for Acne Pock Mark Scars? 1 answer

I have acne pock marks around my chin and chin. I would like them removed but I always read in books how you should avoid dermabrasion. I have done...
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Best Acne Scar Treatment for Asian Guys? 1 answer

I am an Asian with fairly tan complexion. I would guess maybe a 4 on the fitzpatrick scale. I'm not sure what to classify these scars as, but what...
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Raised Acne Scars on Nose - How to Get Rid of Them? 1 answer

I'm a Male,22yrs,having Raised Acne Scars on my Nose for Last 7yrs. How to Get Rid of Them? my face has a T-zone.where my nose and forehead is...
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Removing Hyperpigmentation Spots, Craters & Oversized Pores 1 answer

I am aware that i have to get the acne under control i am on my one month waiting for the Accutane after the blood test. I wanted to know what...
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Will Acne Scars Caused by Retin A Eventually Fade? 1 answer

I went to a dermatologist for the first time for something else, but when she noticed a few whiteheads on me, she recommended I use Retin A and gave...
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Can Fraxel Laser Treat Back and Chest Acne Scars? 1 answer

I had acne for about 7 years and now they are gone. I’m left with scars all over my back and chest. These scars are flat and are the same level...
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Why Can't Acne Scars Be Completely Removed? 1 answer

Laser scar removal reduces the appearance of a scar by 90%. Wouldn't a second treatment take care of the remaining 10%? If not, is it at least...
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Dermabrasion After Fractional Laser for Acne Scars? 1 answer

Can Dermabrasion help improve my acne scars more after a Fractional laser treatment? I had cystic acne before, so I was under Roaccutane afterwhich,...
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Non-invasive Treatment for Ice Pick, Rolling Scars? 1 answer

I have ice pick or rolling acne scars all over my face. I know Laser treatments and such are the best option to get rid of them. But the thing is, I...
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What Exactly is Done During Punch Excision for Acne Scars? 1 answer

What is exactly involved in punch excision for "ice pick" acne scars? Is there a recommended limit of the number of scars that may be...
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Best Treatment for Sebaceous Gland Acne Scars on Nose? 1 answer

I have elevated acne scars on my nose that I am pretty sure come from sebaceous glands. They do not seem to go away. I have tried CO2 laser, TCA...
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New Fractional CO2 Lasers Better and Safer for Acne Scars? 1 answer

I have some deep acne scars and was looking for ways to smooth them out.  Are the new generation of fractional CO2 lasers safe to use on Skin...
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Best Acne Scar Treatment for Indian Skin? 1 answer

Hi, I am Indian and not sure how far this cosmetic procedures work on darker skin. I atleast want to know any treatment available to remove the...
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Isolagen for White and Slightly Indented Acne Scars on Forehead? 1 answer

I have had eight Fraxel Laser treatments and still notice bumpy, white acne scars in the center of my forehead. What can I do next, in order to...
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Is It Better to Use Mederma Early for New Pockmarks? 1 answer

Will Mederma rubbed into a new acne pock mark get rid of the pock mark? I just got an acne pockmarks just under my chin, and want to know if...
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Does Profractional Sciton Laser Help with Acne Scars? 1 answer

I have shallow acne scars which are reddish/purple in color. I was offered to undergo two sessions of sciton laser treatment. Is it gonna help with...
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Can my Acne Scars Be Considered Old? 1 answer

I've had acne since around 3 years now, and I am still getting breakouts. Sometime in the last 2 years or so, I have been scarring along with (I...

Best Laser Treatment for Acne Scarring on Asian Skin? 1 answer

First of all I'm Asian, and for the last few years, my skin has gone through minor to severe scarring from acne. I have boxcar scars on my forehead,...
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