I have had 3 aggressive CO2 laser treatments, as well as several other less intense laser treatments that required only the use of topical anesthesia to be tolerable. In totality, they gave me substantial (60%) improvement. Can these acne scars be further improved? If so, what other treatments might I try?
Answer: Acne Scars Hi there! 60% is a substantial improvement. Your photos look quite nice and many don't often get that level of response. You could certainly try any of the 3 you mentioned. Subcision is best for deeper, tethered scars. Microneedling and chemical peels may be the way to go. Hope this helps.
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Answer: Acne Scars Hi there! 60% is a substantial improvement. Your photos look quite nice and many don't often get that level of response. You could certainly try any of the 3 you mentioned. Subcision is best for deeper, tethered scars. Microneedling and chemical peels may be the way to go. Hope this helps.
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Answer: Acne scar treatment Since you have had CO2 laser 3 times I would switch things up and do a series of microneedling with PRP or exosomes. Your improvement so far has been very good and I would expect more benefit from the microneedling. Good luck!
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Answer: Acne scar treatment Since you have had CO2 laser 3 times I would switch things up and do a series of microneedling with PRP or exosomes. Your improvement so far has been very good and I would expect more benefit from the microneedling. Good luck!
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July 8, 2025
Answer: Acne Scar Treatment Hello and thank you for your question! We prefer standard Microneedling (non-RF) at our practice for improvement in Acne Scarring. We tend to avoid RF Microneedling on the face due to risk of facial fat loss. Subcision would work well for deeper acne scarring as well, but it is obviously a more invasive option compared to microneedling, chemical peels, or lasers. As always, a consultation at a Plastic Surgeon's office in-person would allow us to provide the best recommendations for your issues. Hope this helps!
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July 8, 2025
Answer: Acne Scar Treatment Hello and thank you for your question! We prefer standard Microneedling (non-RF) at our practice for improvement in Acne Scarring. We tend to avoid RF Microneedling on the face due to risk of facial fat loss. Subcision would work well for deeper acne scarring as well, but it is obviously a more invasive option compared to microneedling, chemical peels, or lasers. As always, a consultation at a Plastic Surgeon's office in-person would allow us to provide the best recommendations for your issues. Hope this helps!
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October 28, 2024
Answer: Acne scarring Acne scarring is never something we cure but we can improve, a series of co2 lasers is a nice way to make major change. If I am still dissatisfied I will add dermabrasion , not microdermabrasion, and or radiofrequency microneedling to the totality of the facial skin. Subcision is helpful for a limited number of deep pock marks but I feel that something needs to be injected to avoid it sinking back in, either filler or fat, alternatively prp.
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October 28, 2024
Answer: Acne scarring Acne scarring is never something we cure but we can improve, a series of co2 lasers is a nice way to make major change. If I am still dissatisfied I will add dermabrasion , not microdermabrasion, and or radiofrequency microneedling to the totality of the facial skin. Subcision is helpful for a limited number of deep pock marks but I feel that something needs to be injected to avoid it sinking back in, either filler or fat, alternatively prp.
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September 17, 2024
Answer: Subcision / Chemical peels Based on your description of previous treatments, it's possible that additional procedures could further improve the appearance of your acne scars.
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September 17, 2024
Answer: Subcision / Chemical peels Based on your description of previous treatments, it's possible that additional procedures could further improve the appearance of your acne scars.
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November 14, 2023
Answer: Ellacor Hello Lucy36. We have been using a relatively new modality to treat scars and aging called Ellacor. We have gotten some fabulous results. I would suggest a consultation with a plastic and reconstructive surgeon in your area that offers this to obtain to see if this might be an option for you.
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November 14, 2023
Answer: Ellacor Hello Lucy36. We have been using a relatively new modality to treat scars and aging called Ellacor. We have gotten some fabulous results. I would suggest a consultation with a plastic and reconstructive surgeon in your area that offers this to obtain to see if this might be an option for you.
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