Acne Scars Treatment: Q&A

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I Have Olive Skin, Pigmentation Spots, Acne Scars and Large Pores. What Can I Do?

i have been told i cannot do any lasers as they could damage my skin because of my colouring, so what can i do? are there lasers that can treat olive skins without damaging the skin or creating patches?

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Acne Scar Improvement in Olive Skin

Unfortunately, you have received incorrect information. It is possible to address all your concerns with lasers. In our practice, we safely use both Q-Switched YAG lasers and the Aramis Quantel laser on all skin types. The Q-Switched YAG lasers will address hyperpigmentation and the Aramis improves texture and deceases pore size. A simple thing you can do now to help improve your scars and hyperpigmentation is wear... more
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Extensive Subcison and Fraxel Repair Laser for Acne Scars

In the past it has been difficult to achieve 50% improvement. With a new combined technique I am getting consistently over 75% improvement in acne scars. The single treatment consists of tumescent anesthesia, extensive subcison using a custom surgical intrument, a blending peel with either TCA or Laser, and Fraxel Repair laser treatment of the scarred areas. Mark B. Taylor, MD see video

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