Do Derma-rollers Help Ice Pick Scars?

Thank you for your question. The frown lines between the brows can be address two different ways: 1) Botox or Dysport can be used to soften the deepening of the frown lines when making a frown expression. The treatment may even soften the lines that are present at rest. The effects typically...

I have used both techniques but find the roller to be somewhat barbaric. I usually recommend subcision/excision of scars followed by ablative fractional resurfacing. I like the 2790 nm system or a CO2 system. Not all lasers are created equally and not all users are experienced with lasers. Acne...

Isotretinoin, or more popularly known as Accutane can make the wound healing process quite unpredictable and placing you at higher risk of hypertrophic scarring. Therefore no ablative procedure such as chemical peel, dermabrasion, laser resurfacing is advisable within 6 months of Accutane. On...

Deep acne scars may require filler to "fill them in". Results last for a few months. You can try microneedeling, however it may not achieve the results you want as deep scars tend to require something a little more invasive.

Hello, and thank you for sharing your story! Both microneedling and laser treatments can actually support your goal. They smooth and heal the skin, but you can intentionally skip over certain scars you want to keep. That way, the surrounding skin improves, and those meaningful scars remain part...

I'm sorry to hear about your experience. It's understandable to feel upset when an at-home treatment doesn't go as planned. Here are a few points to consider: Consult a Dermatologist: Given the changes you've experienced, it's important to see a dermatologist as soon as possible. They can...