No Improvement to Acne Scar After Fractional CO2?

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong fractional lasers such as CO2 laser, we use lighter treatments for corrective skincare and maintenance of results. Our Thulium fractional laser, clear and brilliant laser, and Ultra Thulium laser are excellent options in our clinic. We also perform CO2 fractional and erbium depending on skin tone and tolerance for downtime. Patients do have to use a Melarase cream before and after treatment to help further reduce pigmentation after laser. Dark spots can improve with these treatments. I recommend fractional laser for incisional scars as well, especially after plastic surgery.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Fractional laser resurfacing is an effective treatment for acne scarring. Key to an effective treatment are these considerations: 

•      Avoid if treated with Roaccutane in the last 6-months



•      Postpone if active acne



•      Realistic expectations for improvement, several treatments may be required, each building on the last treatment

•      Use of test-patch of laser to avoid risk



•      An experienced doctor who has used laser resurfacing for many years with good results





•      State-of-the-art modern laser designed for safety and fast recovery

Fractional lasers are a great tool to treat acne scars.  However, it can take several treatments to improve the appearance of deep acne scars.  It also can take up to six months to see the full effects from the treatment.  I would return to your treating physician to discuss your concerns.