Is Dermabrasion Effective for Deep Acne Scars?

December 8, 2009
Asked By:lichking_1234 in Malabon, Philippines

Hi, I'm considering dermabrasion for my acne scars. Most of my scars are 0.2-0.5 mm deep. Is the dermabrasion the right one or should I go for the laser? Thanks.

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October 23, 2015

Answer: Acne scars and Dermabrasion

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Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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October 23, 2015

Answer: Acne scars and Dermabrasion

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Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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December 15, 2023

Answer: Dermabrasion can help reduce appearance of scars. Pair with other laser treatments to enhance results

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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December 15, 2023

Answer: Dermabrasion can help reduce appearance of scars. Pair with other laser treatments to enhance results

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
July 11, 2011

Answer: Dermabrassion for deep acne scarring...

Andrew Miller, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
July 11, 2011

Answer: Dermabrassion for deep acne scarring...

Andrew Miller, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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December 9, 2009

Answer: Dermabrasion is effective

Stephen Prendiville, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
December 9, 2009

Answer: Dermabrasion is effective

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Answer: Dermabrasion for acne scars

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Answer: Dermabrasion for acne scars

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