I was on accutane and it cleared all my acne but left me with severe scarring. My dermatologist recommended me co2 and icon laser, this last two months I had two sessions for co2 laser. However, I am not satisfied with the results. Should I change treatment or am i just being too impatient? Plus, though accutane cleared acne i had o my scalp it, I still have a hard lump on my scalp where I had acne. What should i do about it.
Answer: CO2 paired with TCA cross to help with the icepick scarring Our office has many different treatments for acne scars depending on the depth of atrophy or hypertrophy. Acne 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 acne 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 acne scars and indented acne 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 acne scarring.
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Answer: CO2 paired with TCA cross to help with the icepick scarring Our office has many different treatments for acne scars depending on the depth of atrophy or hypertrophy. Acne 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 acne 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 acne scars and indented acne 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 acne scarring.
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February 10, 2023
Answer: Acne Scarring -- Needs Combination of Subcision; Fillers Like Bellafill; Lasers Like Fraxel/Erbium/CO2; TCA Cross; Fractora RF "Acne scars need a combination approach for long-term improvement. Everyone has a unique pattern of acne scarring, and most people have various types of scars, so we create a tailored treatment plan for each patient. We often use:
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February 10, 2023
Answer: Acne Scarring -- Needs Combination of Subcision; Fillers Like Bellafill; Lasers Like Fraxel/Erbium/CO2; TCA Cross; Fractora RF "Acne scars need a combination approach for long-term improvement. Everyone has a unique pattern of acne scarring, and most people have various types of scars, so we create a tailored treatment plan for each patient. We often use:
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June 14, 2018
Answer: CO2 vs Icon? Internal and external subcision; Englewood Cliffs New Jersey In my opinion, CO2 fractional ablative is excellent for treating acne scars. However lasers do not lift scars. Adding a non-ablative laser such as icon will probably produce the same results when used the necessary multiple times. You have some depressed tethered scars that may need lifting. We now utilize internal subcision with an instrument from the hairline with external subcision using a nokor needle and have found it to be helpful with these types of scars. Find an acne scar expert. Ask to see photos.
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June 14, 2018
Answer: CO2 vs Icon? Internal and external subcision; Englewood Cliffs New Jersey In my opinion, CO2 fractional ablative is excellent for treating acne scars. However lasers do not lift scars. Adding a non-ablative laser such as icon will probably produce the same results when used the necessary multiple times. You have some depressed tethered scars that may need lifting. We now utilize internal subcision with an instrument from the hairline with external subcision using a nokor needle and have found it to be helpful with these types of scars. Find an acne scar expert. Ask to see photos.
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June 7, 2018
Answer: Laser for acne scars CO2 fractional laser for acne and other scarring generally works very well. However, I find that in most patients, the results may take a few to several months to take effect since we are trying to stimulate collagen to help fill in the indentations. Sometimes the scars can be "bound down" by fibrous scar tissue and in this case, it is necessary to release the fibrous tissue with a procedure called subcision to prevent the scar from being tethered. The scarring was caused by the acne itself and not the Accutane so it is important to control your acne in the future. I would suggest consultation with a physician who is experienced in treating acne scars with the above methods to help your scars get the most improvement. Best wishes, Mary Beth Mudd
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June 7, 2018
Answer: Laser for acne scars CO2 fractional laser for acne and other scarring generally works very well. However, I find that in most patients, the results may take a few to several months to take effect since we are trying to stimulate collagen to help fill in the indentations. Sometimes the scars can be "bound down" by fibrous scar tissue and in this case, it is necessary to release the fibrous tissue with a procedure called subcision to prevent the scar from being tethered. The scarring was caused by the acne itself and not the Accutane so it is important to control your acne in the future. I would suggest consultation with a physician who is experienced in treating acne scars with the above methods to help your scars get the most improvement. Best wishes, Mary Beth Mudd
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June 10, 2018
Answer: RF microneedling with a dermatologist or plastic surgeon, plus subcsion Ideally, neither. Icon is not powerful enough to break down scar tissue in YOUR case. It can be effective if you have Mild and EARLY scars. Co2 can be use, in low density. Ideally the treatment of choice is mixture of procedures aimed at your scar type. Acne scar revision comprises of specialised procedures. For the best results, one should target the acne scar type with ideal treatments METHODS. Using one device is not optimal. As everyone has a unique pattern of acne scarring, the best solution is a tailored one. The web reference below will take you to a resource to help you understand acne scar revision at a specialist level. I embedded all the videos in one page to help.
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June 10, 2018
Answer: RF microneedling with a dermatologist or plastic surgeon, plus subcsion Ideally, neither. Icon is not powerful enough to break down scar tissue in YOUR case. It can be effective if you have Mild and EARLY scars. Co2 can be use, in low density. Ideally the treatment of choice is mixture of procedures aimed at your scar type. Acne scar revision comprises of specialised procedures. For the best results, one should target the acne scar type with ideal treatments METHODS. Using one device is not optimal. As everyone has a unique pattern of acne scarring, the best solution is a tailored one. The web reference below will take you to a resource to help you understand acne scar revision at a specialist level. I embedded all the videos in one page to help.
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