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What Causes the Side Effects of Laser Treatment for Acne Scars?

asked 2 years ago by JOHNWONG510 in oakland
Latest answer by Bryan K. Chen, MD
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Tags: acne scars, hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, risk, side effects, sun protection

With adequate sun/wind protection, what other factors to determine the risks of side effects such as hypo/hyperpigmentation?

1 answer to What Causes the Side Effects of Laser Treatment for Acne Scars?

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Side effects of laser treatment for acne scars

Although there is individual variation, in general, people of ethnic background (Asian, African-American) are at increased risk of pigment alterations following laser treatments of all kinds. For this reason, we tend to use lower energies and less aggressive settings, as well as topical regimens (including skin lightening products) to counteract the tendency to pigment.
Bryan K. Chen, MD

San Diego Dermatologist

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