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Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Realself100 Surgeon
Thank you for your question. Treatment options vary depending on the type of scarring you have and options are different for dark spots or hyperpigmentation. There are more aggressive treatment options available, so I highly recommend you consult a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon to have your skin evaluated and to discuss treatment options that best suit your needs. Take care and good luck.
Many thanks for your question. Based on your photos, I would suggest two treatments: Pigmentation - invest in a cosmeceutical skincare range such as ZO Skin Health by Dr Zein Obagi. This has excellent results at treating issues such as pigmentation, rosacea, acne, lines and...
Hi Mamosa, it appears that you have Melasma and this is probably why you were prescribed hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is a very common treatment for Melasma and in many cases it works well to control the appearance of the dark spots. If it is not working for you, then you can incorporate Retin ...
You would want to use a Vitamin C in the morning underneath the Aczone. Make sure you are using an L-ascorbic acid form of Vitamin C. iS Clinical Pro-heal is a great choice. After you put it on, let it sit on the skin for about 5 min before applying the Aczone.
Retin-A is not meant to be put right on the thin skin of the eyes, and certainly not daily for 4 days to start out. There are many good eye creams that have retinol in them that can help with wrinkles without causing the issues you are having now (I'd recommend ZO's Hydrafirm). You...
If you are trying to conceive, you should stop the use of Retin-A. It's ok if you began using it a month ago. Just discontinue use now until you're finished breastfeeding, if you choose to do so.
There are multiple layers of skin. Proper use of retinol or Vitamin A products results in thickening of the living layers of skin and thinning of the dead layers of skin. The overall result is a net thickness of your skin. It can take several weeks for the skin changes to settle down and up to...
