How to Get Rid of Acne Scars?

Could someone tell me the best way to get rid of acne scars on my chin and my cheeks?

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How Do Stars Like Brad Pitt Get Rid of Their Acne Scars?

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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What’s the Best Dermal Filler for Acne Scars?

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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Best Treatment for Ice Pick Acne Scars?

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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Will Collagen Injections Get Rid of Acne Scars?

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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Deep Acne Scar Removal

Will the microdermabrasion take the deep scars from acne away? If not, what might be suggested?

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Acne Scar Removal

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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Downtime for Punch Excision of Acne Scars?

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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Fraxel Repair Vs Pearl Laser for Acne Scars?

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?

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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Face Acne Scars - Best Way to Remove?

What is the best way to remove acne scars on my face? Fraxel, Chemical Peels, or something else?

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What's the Best One Treatment Option for Acne Scars?

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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Is the Dermaroller Effective on Acne Scarring?

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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Does LED Light Treatment Work on Acne Scars?

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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Scar Removal Treatment for Acne Pit Scars?

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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Acne Scar Removal - What Works Best for Dark Skin?

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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Best Acne Scar Treatment for Asian Skin?

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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Laser Resurfacing and Microdermabrasion for Acne Scars?

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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Best Treatment for Moderate Acne Scars?

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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Fraxel Vs. Palomar Fractional Skin Resurfacing for Acne Scars?

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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What is Acne Scar Subcision?

What is acne scar subcision? How does acne scar subcision work?

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Fraxel Laser Vs Sciton Laser for Acne Scars?

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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Is Fat Injection a Solution for my Acne Scars?

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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Can Botox Help with Atrophic Facial Acne Scarring?

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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How Can Surgery Help with Old Acne Scars?

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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Fastest Acne Scar Removal for Face and Chest Areas?

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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Facelift to Correct Numerous Rolling Acne Scars?

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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Subcision and Radiesse As Acne Treatment?

I heard that there's currently a clinical trial using subcision and Radiesse (calcium hydroxylapatite) for acne scarring. I am thinking about...

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Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) Vs. Fraxel Laser for Acne Scars?

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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Is It Safe to Have Laser Treatment While Breast Feeding?

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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Why Did an Attempt to Remove a Deep Pit Acne Scar Result in an Even Worse Scar?

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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Best Treatment for Acne Scars on Dark Skin

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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Remove Acne Scars with Dermabrasion or Laser?

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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Recommendations for Deep Acne Scars?

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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Best Treatment for Mild Acne Scarring?

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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How Do I Get Rid of Old Acne Scars?

I want to get rid of my old acne scars...what acne scar treatments are best for old scars?

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Can Any Dermatologist Do Subcision of Rolling Acne Scars?

Or only 'cosmetic dermatologists' or plastic surgeons?

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In Terms of Acne Scars, What Are the Major Differences Between Peels and Laser Resurfacing?

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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Is Subcision the Best Treatment for my Scars? They Seem to Be Rolling Acne Scars.

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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Best Treatment for Large Pores and Minor Acne Scarring?

I have very large pores on my face and some small acne scarring. What treatment would offer the best results?

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What is the Best Treatment for Pock Marks?

Can anyone tell me what is the best treatment for pock marks?

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Alternative Procedure for Acne Pock Mark Scars?

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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Acne Scar Removal for Sensitive Skin?

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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Microdroplet Silicone Injections for Acne Scars?

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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Facial Hypertrophic Acne Scar Excision with Aldara?

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

Can Demaplaning remove acne scars permanently? How many treatments on average does it take?

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Raised Acne Scars on Nose - How to Get Rid of Them?

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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Best Acne Scar Treatment for Asian Guys?

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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Why Are Results from Acne Scar Excision So Uncertain?

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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Differences Between Tradtional CO2 Laser and Fractional Laser?

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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Comparing Acne Scar Laser Treatments

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?

What's the best treatment for raised acne scars?

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Acne Scar Treatment to Improve Skin Texture?

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?

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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Combining Fillers with Laser Treatment for Acne Scars

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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Removing Hyperpigmentation Spots, Craters & Oversized Pores

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?

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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Will Glyquin XM Work on Acne Scars?

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Meladerm for Deep and Dark Acne Scars?

Can Meladerm treat deep, ulcerated, black/red scars from acne? How long would it possibly take to heal this kind of scar? Are there any options...

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Treatment for Scars Left by Comedone Extraction?

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 Treatment for Back Acne Scars

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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Why Can't Acne Scars Be Completely Removed?

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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Are There Home Remedies for Acne Scars?

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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Best Treatment for Sebaceous Gland Acne Scars on Nose?

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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Can Fraxel Laser Treat Back and Chest Acne Scars?

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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Best Surgical Procedure for Acne Scars?

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...

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What Alternatives To Accutane Can Correct Sebacious Hyperplasia and Hypertrophic/Keloid Scarring On Nose?

Two problems on my nose. How can I treat the Sebaceous Hyperlasia without using Accutane(Derm offered it, but I refused)? What can I do about the...

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Non-invasive Treatment for Ice Pick, Rolling Scars?

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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Dermabrasion After Fractional Laser for Acne Scars?

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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Best Acne Scar Treatment for Indian Skin?

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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What Exactly is Done During Punch Excision for Acne Scars?

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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What Type of Treatment Do You Suggest for Ice Pick Scars and Rolling Scars from Post Acne?

Broke out for the first time ever with cystic acne in Dec 2010. Went on antibiotics (Doxycycline and Tetracycline) for 3 months along with topicals...

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White Bumps (Follicular Macular Atrophy) on Shoulders/back, How To Treat?

I went through a bout of cystic acne on my back/shoulders years ago, now it is gone.. But I am now left with small white bumps (called perifollicular...

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How Can I Get Rid of Pockmarks Icepick Holes on my Face? I've Tried Everything That I Could Afford!

I never had medical insurance so always had to find my own remedies. but the past several years been seeking more professional treatments like a...

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Is It Better to Use Mederma Early for New Pockmarks?

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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