Acne Scars Treatment: Q&A
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What is the best way to remove acne scars on my face? Fraxel, Chemical Peels, or something else?
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Kaitlyn
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Laser resurfacing, possibly a lift
First, I advise my patients to get their acne under control with a good dermatologist. Prior use of Accutane will make the patient more prone to having complications from laser.
Laser resurfacing helps to tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of acne scarring. Fractional laser helps less, and leaves some areas unresurfaced, but has less down time. CO2 laser helps more, but is associated with more down time and prolonged redness, particularly when it is done aggressively. Any laser...
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Acne scars -- best way to remove?
I think that nothing will "remove" acne scars and anyone who says differently is not being truthful. I think the optimal treatment involves facial resurfacing (which need not require the latest, greatest, most hyped, and most expensive laser since similar results can be obtained by chemical peels) combined with subcission and fillers. These modalities can offer a tremendous improvement in deep acne scars. Good luck!
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More than one option
The best way to treat acne scars really depends on the type of scars you have.
Chemical peels and microdermabrasion may help with lighter scars and with discolored scars. You would need a series of these treatments, probably 4-6 spaced every 2-4 weeks.
For deeper scars you may need stronger, deeper chemical peels or laser resurfacing. You need a treatment that is going to reach to the depth of skin where the problem is. Fraxel is the brand name for a type of laser treatment that treates...
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Acne scars
Nothing is perfect for acne scars. Remember acne scars are the result of skin scarring as well subcutaneous fat atrophy. So, it is a multi-modality treatment process. Some lasers can be used on the skin to perform surface changes. Some can treat the deep collagen to lay down new collagen. But, sometimes small fat grafts or facial filles can lift the depressed scar as well. Some doctors will even cut out the old scar all together to bring skin and soft tissue fromt he sides together to...
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Fraxel For Acne Scars
Thank you for your question. At my practice, I have gotten excellent results for scarring with Fraxel. This treatment eliminates irregular skin discoloration, and stimulates new collagen production, tightening the skin without prolonged recovery. After a series of 2 to 4 Fraxel treatments, the cumulative cosmetic improvement is near more aggressive lasers, but unlike more aggressive lasers, redness and swelling eliminated within 2 to 4 days after each treatment. Fraxel is outstanding for...
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No to chemical peels
I agree that the DOT CO2 is a wonderful alternative for patients with acne scarring. I have seen fantastic results with this procedure and utilize it on a daily basis. It helps with resurfacing, texture and collagen production which patIents with acne scarring need. Without seeing you though, this is only a tentative plan. You may or may not be a good candidate for this procedure.
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Treatment for acne scars
We have been really happy with the results from Active FX and Deep FX combined treatment. However, different patients have different kinds of scars, and may need other approaches.Treating acne scars may require patience on your part and the part of your surgeon.
Different steps may be necessary. Some scars benefit from excision, some need fillers injection, and some are best treated by old-fashioned dermabrasion. You should talk to a surgeon with an extensive experience in treatment of acne...
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