Dermabrasion combined with CO2 Fractional Laser, is this a common & successful treatment for acne scars and aging lines? (Photo)

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I consulted with a dermatologist on my acne scaring, deeper scars to the right and left of my chin area. I thought a filler would help but he has suggested dermabrasion combined with CO2 Fractional Laser. I am a mid 50's female. I had dermabrasion in my late 20's with good results and had temporary fillers as a follow-up for the deeper scars but discontinued that in my 30's. I feel aging skin makes the scars more noticeable, I just want to be sure this is the right procedure for me. Cost Est. 6K

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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.

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