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Options for Shallow Scarred Pores or Ice Pick Scarring?

asked 2 years ago by becky13 in California
Latest answer by Tanuj Nakra, MD
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Tags: acne scars, large pores

I have this scarring across both my cheeks, nose, and forehead from years of blackheads and whiteheads. What laser treatment or other options would be best?

4 answers to Options for Shallow Scarred Pores or Ice Pick Scarring?

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Acne scar treatment depends on your skin type

Becky, There are several variables that affect the treatment options that are appropriate for acne scarring.  The most important variable is your genetic pigmentation level, measured  by the Fitzpatrick scale. (look this up on wikipedia).  In general, lighter complected patients can get away with more aggressive treatments that can be significantly more effective than the less aggressive treatments.  Darker complected patients can have severe and possibly... more
Tanuj Nakra, MD

Austin Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Lasers or treatment for acne

There are a multitude of treatments for acne, and acne scarring. I use skin care lines with retina-a and hydroquinone to clear up skin dyschromias. I use IPL lasers, and Thermascan lasers to tighten pores and clean up acne as well as sun spots and ruddy complexions. I will even to microlaserpeels to "clean up" the skin. And there are more choices.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Fraxel re:pair

I have had a lot of success with the Fraxel re:pair laser for treating acne scarring. It is not a 100% improvement, but can be close to 70% depending on the setting used. It also helps with skin discoloration, skin tightening and and fine lines. You have real down time for 2-3 days and then red, like a sunburn for a week or two. It is definitely worth it.
Kari L. Colen, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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