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Best Laser Treatment for Acne Scars on Brown Skin?

asked 2 years ago by AAb123 in il
Latest answer by Steven F. Weiner, MD
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Tags: acne scars, dark, ethnic, skin, skin tone

I am an Indian from India. I have light brown skin, similar to Hispanic skin tone. I am suffering from severe dark acne scarring on both my cheeks.

What kind of laser treatment do you suggest I use? I am concerned that some kinds of laser can cause problems for my skin tone. Please help. AA

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Fraxel re:store Dual would be best for acne scars on Indian skin

I think that the Fraxel re:store Dual would be best for your skin type for acne scars. There are certain precautions that are needed. You need to use hydroquinone at least 4% for about 1 month prior. Sun exposure must be limited for 6 weeks prior and a couple months after. Gentlewaves treatment has been shown in clinical papers to decrease hyperpigmentation risk. I would restart the hydroquinone about day 4 or 5 after treatment. I would avoid the highest settings on the laser and would not... more
Steven F. Weiner, MD

Pensacola Facial Plastic Surgeon

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