Acne scar from an old pimple - what could help this? (Photos)

Question

This is an acne scar on my stomach from an old cyst. I’ve had it for two years. It doesn’t hurt but it’s rock hard and hyperpigmented. Black in color. Will a chemical peel smooth the damaged skin out ? And maybe dissolve the scar tissue ? What could help me ?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started.

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

David Hansen, MD · Answer

The scar should be injected with kenalog once a month for 3-4 times.  That will soften the scar and dissolve it away and lighten up the color.  If it has turned into a dermatofibroma then excision followed by kenalog injections would be a 2nd option.

Acne scar from an old pimple - what could help this? (Photos)

Answers (2)

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about TCA Peel

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Acne scar from an old pimple - what could help this? (Photos)

Answers (2)

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about TCA Peel

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.