Does microdermabrasion really help resurface texture and create new collagen for acne scarring? (photos)

August 29, 2019
Asked By:dalibuzon in Oahu Island, HI

I am trying to determine which is the best way to help reduce acne scarring. I am interested in doing microdermabrasion since it is more affordable but would rather invest in laser procedure if microdermabrasion is more of a temporary fix. Does microdermabrasion actually help in the long run or is it just a temporary fix? If so, which laser resurfacing procedure do you recommend?

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August 9, 2024

Answer: Microdemabrasion is great at resurfacing the skin to reduce appearance of acne scarring.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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August 9, 2024

Answer: Microdemabrasion is great at resurfacing the skin to reduce appearance of acne scarring.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 25, 2019

Answer: Resurfacing

Francis Johns, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 25, 2019

Answer: Resurfacing

Francis Johns, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 10, 2019

Answer: Acne Scar Treatment

W. John Bull, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 10, 2019

Answer: Acne Scar Treatment

W. John Bull, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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