I have some boxcar acne scars that are a little less than moderate and had the E-matrix done not to long ago and will get microneedling done in 3 weeks.
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August 3, 2017
Answer: Collagen/biotin supplements to help collagen formation after E-matrix?
I recommend that you avoid sun exposure, use SPF 30+ (Spectrase) and use an Opti-Ceramide cream for deep moisturization and hydration.
If you develop PIH, I recommend either Scler-X or Pigmentation Correction Complex from KareSkin.
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H Karamanoukian MD FACS
Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis. We see atrophic and hypertrophic scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus...
The number of tips and pulses depends on the size of the treatment area, and the amount of overlap of pulses (for acne scarring more overlap will generally give better results). It is hard to know exactly how many pulses it will take until you see the patient and start the procedure,...
