Is eMatrix only for early acne scars?

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Or can it also help improve old acne scars. And after how much time is an acne scar no longer considered early.

David W. Kim, MD · Answer

Hi Xerian, eMatrix can be used at any point, but as with all scar treatments, results may be best when the treatment is done "early." That said, in our office we've successfully treated patients with eMatrix many years after they developed acne scarring. I would be hopeful about improving scarring even if your scars aren't early (within a year or so). Of course, you'll want to see a provider to assess and make sure you are a good candidate for the treatment.

Jeff Angobaldo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Ematrix is very beneficial for creating new healthy skin cells and improving the texture of your skin. After your eMatrix treatment, your skin will feel like it has a sunburn.  You do not need to cool your skin, but if you feel any discomfort you can apply an icepack or cool air from a fan.  Your skin will have tiny pinpoint scabs starting 24-72 hours after your eMatrix treatment.  This side effect is normal and lets you know your skin is healing.  You can expect this to last 3-7 days as your skin repairs.  Do not itch, touch or pick at your skin as this will disrupt healing.  The tiny scabs will naturally shed off when they are ready. 48 hours post-treatment you must avoid any activity that will heat your body.  Stay away from hot showers, saunas, massages, working out, and sun exposure.  Keep your skin clean to avoid infection while it is healing.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our Hidef Acne scar protocol combines fractional laser, subcision, fillers, sublative RF, and PRP. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

A combination approach will give the most improvement. Acne scars need a combination of lasers, microneedling/prp, Cosmelan, subcision and fillers. Co2 is the best laser for scars, but Erbium is a great alternative. It will take a series of treatments and may need some treatments to maintain. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an acne scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

A combination approach is best for acne scars as there are different scar issues. Some require subcision. Other need dermal filler. Some types of acne scars can be improved with eMatrix as it is great techology. Others may need chemical peels or fractional lasers.Best
Hratch L Karamanoukian MD FACS

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