I want opinions to see if fraxel/deka laser treatment is right for me or should I consider fillers on my cheeks? (Photo)

You really need an in person evaluation for treatment of these scars.  A combination of laser and fillers would likely do very well for you.  Co2 is still the gold standard treatment if performed by a well trained physician, someone who is an expert in this type of treatment.  TCA cross or nonablative lasers like fraxel can help as well, but take many more treatments.  Often subcision or surgical removal do very well also.  I suggest seeking an expert for treatment.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Thanks for your
question and the first thing that we all recommend is that you have a
consultation with a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon, someone
skilled in lasers and someone who has a good grasp of ethnic skin and skin of
color. A variety of lasers and energy based systems can be used here.



There are now
non-ablative fractional lasers that work over time, usually 4-6 treatments in
4-6 months to improve scars with minimal downtime. There are ablative
fractional devices like the ones you are asking about that usually work in 1-2
visits but can have downtime lasting up to a week or so. And now we have RF
fractional devices and RF microneedling devices that work really well for scars
with less downtime and because they are RF are colorblind and can be used on
all skin types.



So find the right
doctor in your area, and with proper skin care, these scars can be handled
without much difficulty.

Hello, Laser treatments can work wonders for acne scarring. Based on your response of being of Middle Eastern descent, it is important that your doctor have the proper training to treat ethnic skin, as well as have the best machines to do so. I recommend you schedule a consultation with a Board Certified Dermatologist with experience in laser resurfacing for acne scars.