Does Ematrix really work?

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I just finish a 6 months course of accutane really went well no more breakouts but I do have acne scars from past acne not deep scars but sort of red circle blemishes that have been on my cheeks forever my doctor recommended doing 3 treatments of Ematrix what do you guys think Does it work? Will I really see results with just 3 treatments? Any feedback would help!

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our office has many different treatments for scars depending on the depth of atrophy or hypertrophy. Scars require a combination approach using our HI DEF protocol which uses a combination of lasers, topical scar modulation, and RF treatments to pixelate scars, improve contour, reduce hyperpigmentation, and improve the visibility of the scars so that they are no longer visible in ambient light. Everyone has a unique pattern of scarring and we employ our HIDEF technique to improve texture, color, contour, and topography. We often use a combination of treatments that begin with a careful examination to examine the micro texturing of the acne scars. Atrophic scars and indented  scars can benefit from injectable fillers such as Radiesse, Sculptra, and Restylane with or without subcision to remove tethered scars and atrophic depression. Hyper-redness in scars can be improved with V beam laser, Excel V, BBL, IPL, and Venus RF to improve  the redness and reduce the visibility of deep scars. Fractional Thulium laser and clear & brilliant can also reduce the inflammation and redness of the scar when combined with topical therapy. Fractional lasers such as Fraxel, erbium, and CO2 laser can be combined with radio frequency and also fractional RF to improve textual issues and microtopography. Subcision and TCA cross are also used for deep ice pick scars and narrow valley scars in order to improve the micro texture.  Above all, our combination approach with our clinical nurses and board-certified plastic surgeons can improve the quality of your skin by using at home Melarase creams combined with PRP treatments in our office to improve your skin quality and tone. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an experienced team of experts in order to reduce your scarring.
 
Finally, hyperpigmentation of scars can be improved with at-home Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads to help reduce active PIH and melanin deposition.

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Nissan Pilest, MD · Answer

Congratulations on the successful course of
Accutane! If your breakouts are now under control, it would be an excellent
time to start thinking about improving scarring. Keep in mind that the
recommendation is to wait 6 months to receive any laser/resurfacing treatment
post-Accutane, however it is great you are looking into your options now.  eMatrix is a non-laser resurfacing technology
that improves skin tone and texture through the use of radiofrequency. It
certainly does work, however the amount of improvement is dependent on the
severity of your scars, and number of sessions performed. Without actually
seeing your skin, it is difficult to predict whether 3 treatments will be
sufficient, however a minimum of 3 sessions is certainly a good place to start.
Depending on the severity of the redness of
your scars, you may want to look into a laser called the VBeam in addition to
eMatrix. VBeam is a pulsed dye laser that specifically targets vascular issues within
the skin. While eMatrix has the potential to improve superficial redness due to
scarring, the VBeam will be much more aggressive and effective. Discuss with
your physician if this is a suitable option for you. Best of luck!

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

eMatrix works for certain types of acne scars, depending on their depth to width ratio.BestDr H Karamanoukian

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

The number of treatments for eMatrix depends on how deep your acne scars are.  eMatrix is fantastic for acne scars. Please consult a specialist for the best cosmetic results.  Best, Dr. Green

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

Yes, it can work for certain types of acne scars. IMO it works best for early scars, atrophic, and rolling scars. For late scars and severe scarring, lasers and insulated micro needling devices like INFINI work much better than eMatrix- even at the maximum 100 mj setting. Cheers,Dr Davin LimWeb reference down below.Brisbane, Australia.

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