Jessner or TCA Peel for Red, Shallow Acne Scars?

February 18, 2010
Asked By:jdballer619 in San Diego, CA

What peel is better for red shallow acne scars Jessner peel or TCA peel? The scars left behind are "fresh" and still reddish. To reduce the inflammation, I was prescribed Desonide Lotion 0.05.I used it for about 2 weeks but after a while the redness returned.

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February 21, 2010

Answer: True scars will not respond well to these types of peels

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February 21, 2010

Answer: True scars will not respond well to these types of peels

February 20, 2010

Answer: Red scars respond to vascular laser treatments

February 20, 2010

Answer: Red scars respond to vascular laser treatments

February 20, 2010

Answer: Acne scarring takes more than chemical peeling

February 20, 2010

Answer: Acne scarring takes more than chemical peeling

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