Best treatment for mild acne scarring?

I have acne and am currently taking accutane but I am already looking into my options so I can be as informed as possible when the time comes 6 months post-accutane. Since the scars are mild I don't want to take much of a risk (some of the stories here are scary!). What are the best treatments for this type of acne scarring?

4 answers to “Best treatment for mild acne scarring?”

A: Acne Scars Treatment

By Theodore Katz, MD - Philadelphia Plastic Surgeon

I have had excellent results with the Fraxel both re:Store and re:Pair for acne scars. The re:Pair is a little more aggressive, but if you have associated problems with your skin beyond the acne (such as finelines, wrinkles, enlarged pore, and mild skin laxity), you may consider the re:Pair. I will... more

A: Filler or Fraxel

By Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD - Virginia Beach Dermatologist

You might look into the new Collagen filler Evolence Breeze when this gets FDA approval or Juvederm Ultra. Fillers are much less expensive and conservative than laser procedures. Fraxel Repair might give you a somewhat better result but as you imply there may be some... more

A: Wait minimum of 1 year after completing accutane prior to scar revision

By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Any treatment which requires healing will be impaired by the recent use of Accutane and protentially result in worse scarring. Therefore resurfacing procedures are generally deferred for a minimum of 1 year after cessation Accutane.

A: Proceed with care after Accutane

By Mary Lupo, MD - New Orleans Dermatologist

There are many great options for acne scars after Accutane, but you should wait one year before considering any type of laser. Fraxel Restore is my personal favorite for most skin types, but even light peels or SilkPeel, which are less expensive, can give very nice results. It is not so much which procedure to... more