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Chemical Peels for Scar Removal on the Lower Body?
I have acne scars on my back and on my butt, and I'm wondering if scar reduction treatments would work just as well in these areas?
Asked 29 months ago by
Sarah-Ann in Alabama
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Acne scar treatments
Acne scars are tough to treat.
Superficial acne scars may be helped by chemical peels, doing what we call "skin resurfacing." This will not work for the deeper etched lines. Most lasers are not safe to do on the body.
If you have a few deeper pits, you can fill them with soft tissue fillers like Juvederm or Restylane. Usually this is too pricey and not worth it for an area like the back or buttock. This fillers generally last for around 6 months.
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