Hypertrophic acne scarring - would love to know if any procedures would work (photo)

March 17, 2025
Asked By:nat15

I have collected these scars throughout my life. The center chin scars are about 20 years old from a cystic acne breakout. The rest I accumulated while on Accutane. I tend to scar hypertrophic, with my body producing excess collagen and raised scars. I didn't use silicone or anything that would have helped. I did not know my options. I have saved money but want to invest wisely into treatments that will actually work. Tried 2 fraxel treatments and felt it made scars worse. Please help! :)

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Answer: Varios tretaments such as LaseMD, Melapeels, Hydrafacials, and using Melacleanse and Melapads can help even out skin texture.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Varios tretaments such as LaseMD, Melapeels, Hydrafacials, and using Melacleanse and Melapads can help even out skin texture.

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Answer: For Papular Acne Scars, Consider Low Intensity Electrocautery treatment

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Answer: For Papular Acne Scars, Consider Low Intensity Electrocautery treatment

Nelson Lee Novick, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
March 26, 2025

Answer: Comprehensive Treatment Options for Hypertrophic Acne Scars

Anna Chacon, MD, FAADBoard Certified Dermatologist
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Answer: Comprehensive Treatment Options for Hypertrophic Acne Scars

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