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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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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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Best Treatment for Moderate Acne Scars? (photo)

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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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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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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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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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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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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