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Microdermabrasion, Dermabrasion, or Laser Treatment for Acne Scars?

asked 3 years ago by solidsnake in Karachi
Latest answer by Mary Lupo, MD
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Tags: acne scars

I have scars from a nodulocystic acne problem and want them to be removed. Which treatment would be good for me: Microdermabrasion, Dermabrasion, or Laser treatment? My dermatologist said that Microdermabrasion effects will last for 2 years long. But I've heard that Dermabrasion is more effective. So which treatment would you recommend that I should get? Which treatment is long-lasting, better yet permanent?

1 answer to Microdermabrasion, Dermabrasion, or Laser Treatment for Acne Scars?

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Ablative treatments usually needed

Microdermabrasion is only good for discoloration from acne. It is a poor choice for the atrophic scars that cystic acne leaves behind. Dermabrasion and fractional CO2 ( Repair or Deep/Active FX) are ablative and would be better. The only non-ablative I have seen that really improves severe acne scars is Fraxel Restore. See my before and after pictures.
Mary Lupo, MD

New Orleans Dermatologist

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