Can several Mixto Laser treatments completely smooth out acne scars?

I have bad acne scarring on my cheeks and chin. It's causing me to be very insecure even with makeup on. Is it possible to completely smooth out acne scars with multiple Mixto Fractional Laser procedures?

3 answers to “Can several Mixto Laser treatments...”

A: Mixto plus injections or sub-incision will give best result

Nathan Mayl, MD

The Mixto G2, which is the type just released to the US, is the most effective short recovery laser we have used for acne scars. It will take several sessions for really deep acne scars. In addition, we may do sub-incision where we release under the deepest scars as we do the Mixto. The degree of success... more

A: Simple answer is "no"

Richard P. Rand, MD

There is no treatment that can completely eliminate acne scars and leave you with totally smooth undamaged skin.  I have seen patients who have had literally hundreds of treatments questing for normal skin using lasers, IPL, dermabrasion, chemical peels, skin care, and even facelifts and have... more

A: Mixto fractional laser resurfacing can help to diminish acne scars

Mark Berkowitz, MD

Mixto fractional laser resurfacing works beautifully to help reduce scarring caused by acne. This CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser helps to deliver a precise matrix of Microspots that penetrate to the dermis and stimulate the formation of new collagen. At the same time, immediate shrinkage of damaged tissue is... more

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