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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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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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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Intracel(jeisys), Fractional RF Microneedling

My doctor offered me intracel(fractional rf microneedling) for acne scarring. I have undergone so many scar revision procedures already, from TCA, to...

Does Profractional Sciton Laser Help with Acne Scars?

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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Why Am I Losing Fat on my Cheeks?

I have acne and pimple scars on my face. I have been doing laser treament for couple of months now, but over the period, I noticed that the fat on my...

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Does Tretinoin Uncover Previously Unseen Pitted Acne Scars?

I have been using tretinoin for the past eight months, and about two months ago I started noticing more indented acne scars, pits on my face....

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Will Open Wound from Surgical Acne Scar Treatment Fill In?

What if a wound that had sutures for 6 days, steri strips for 5, opens up? Now I have this gap, rather than 2 acne scars. It has been 4 weeks, and I...

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After Using Tretinoin for Eight Months, Will It Continue to Uncover More Pitted Acne Scars?

Previously I asked why I was starting to see pitted acne scars after six months of using tretinoin and received some great answers. I really want to...

Laser for Scars on Native American Skin?

Hello, I am 25 years old and I'm pretty sure I have ice pic scars on my cheeks left over from acne. I am Native American with dark medium-dark skin. ...

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Dermal Filler for Deep Acne Scars?

I have a couple deep acne scars that are still very visible after 4 Pixel treatments. They are deep enough to require a filler, which would work best...

I Have Large Pore Scars on my Nose That I Had a Doctor Do a "Test Spot" with a Laser. He

I have large pore scars on my nose. Some look like 2 or 3 pores joined together to make 1 huge pore. About 8-10 that look like ice pick scars and are...

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30% TCA Peel on Acne Scars?

I am a 40-year-old middle eastern women. Two days ago, I did a 30% TCA peel on five dark acne scars. However, the acne scars seem to be getting darker...

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Can a Hydroquinone Cream Be Mixed with a Benzoyl Peroxide Cream?

I have an acne medication which involves benzoyl peroxide. I also have an acne scar removal cream that I supposedly was told could be used at the same...

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Cystic Acne Twice Injected, Left a Small Slightly Raised Hard Bump, to Have It Injected Again or Not?

I had a really huge cyst, about 5mm in diameter on my face. I had it injected with diluted cortisone(1:1), then after 2 days, came back to my doctor...

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Roll-Cit Made my Skin Too Thick

I had medical roll-cit done for 8 months ago for acne scars. The doctor rolled my whole cheeks. But my skin has become so thick and course. I thought...

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Enlarged Pores, Bumps, & Rough Skin After Pixel 2 Months Ago

Had pixel for acne scaring & a few enlarged pores 2 months ago, now I look like a lizard. My skin now has ice pick scars that i never had, new...

If CO2 Laser for Acne Scar Doesn't Work, Does It Mean Nothing else Will?

Is CO2 the most aggressive treatment for acne scar? If that fails, does that mean the other less invasive laser will also?

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Okay to Use Silicone Pads After Acne Scar Treatments?

I recently (approx. 6 weeks ago) had Fraxel repair, light manual dermasanding and Juvederm to treat severe acne scars. It came out wonderful, still...

What's the best Method For Addressing Post-Acne Neck Scarring? (Photo)

Dealt with cystic neck acne for a good while, now I have been left with narrow, flat portions of scar tissue (atrophic macules) on the left side of my...

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Radiesse the Best Way to Decrease the Visibility of Acne Scars?

Compared to other acne scar treatments, how does Radiesse rank?

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Can Acne Scars in Months After Treatments Look Worse Before Better?

I started my acne scar treatment about 9 months ago, I initially had 2 Fraxel treatments (non ablative), I developed hyperpigmentation after the...

Do Injections for Acne Scars Cause Bleeding Under the Skin?

I tried an injection of saline in my rolling acne scars. The injection caused very dark blood to collect under the skin which took about 8 weeks to...

Is 3 Days Too Quick to See Results from Vbeam Treatment on Red Acne Scars

My son has completely shut down his life due to his acne. After 5 months on accutane, his acne has improved but left rather large red scars. Three...

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How Many Juvederm Treatments Are Needed to Make Acne Scars Less noticeable?

Are juvederm treatments needed weekly or monthly for best results for reducing the appearance of acne scars?

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I Just Had Silicone Injected in Acne Scars and Not Sure If This Is A Normal Side Effect?

The acne scars were just injected 2 days ago and i feel bumps/ little sore and red in injection site is this normal?

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If I'm Going to Have Fraxel Treatment on my Acne Scars Anyway, What Will It Do to my Enlarged Pores?

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Is It Normal to Bleed After Accupulse Laser Treatment for Acne Scars on the Face?

I am tensed, please answer as soon as possible

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How Many Ematrix Treatments Will I Need to Have Before Experiencing Noticeable Reduction in my Acne Scars?

Keloid Scarring from Acne?

I have keloid scarring from acne. What is a way to get rid of them and where can I do it?

Small Acne Scars on My Face. Tried DeepFX, But Didn't Erase Them. Options?

I have a lot of acne scars on my face They are tiny (smaller than 1mm diameter) I have already undergone 10 times of Deepfx, the scars appear to be...

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What Can I Do About Severe Scarring From Laser Used for Acne Treatment on a 14 Y/O?

Three years ago doctor had his tech do 2 laser treatments on my 14 year old daughter. He advertised this in a brochure in his office as a replacement...

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How Many Treatment Does It Required to Treat Moderate-severe Scarring(Maximally from Acne and a Few from Excision)?)I

Hi , I am an Indian suffering from acne since teen and now have scars all over my face.I have tried a lot of techniques from different doctors like...

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