What Type of Acne Scar Treatments Should I Get, and How Much Will It Cost? (photo)

I have had acne as a teenager in the past however they were only mild breakouts. Recently (I'm now 25) I have broken out severely due to stress. The active acne appears to be gone however I have a ton of acne scars leftover. What type of acne scar treatments would you recommend. I have light asian skin.

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2 Doctor Answers | Asked by mrmoo

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Acne Scar Treatments

Based on what I can see in the photos, you still have a good amount of active acne. This should be treated aggressively so as to avoid further scarring. You can address treatment options for acne scarring once your acne is better controlled. I recommend you consult with a board-certified dermatologist.

Treatment of acne

You have significant active disease and need to see a board certified dermatologist for aggressive control of your acne. You need systemic antibiotics and possibly even a course of accutane to get your skin back into balance. The only non-medical treatments I would offer patients such as you would be alternating red/blue light diode treatment, BBL treatments, levulinic acid treatment with light therapy and possibly some salicyclic acid peels. You need to get your acne... more