Details on eMatrix for early scars?

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I recently heard about the efficacy of ematrix for early acne scars. My scars are semi early (around 6 months old) and I would like to try ematrix to treat them. There aren't alot of ematrix providers in my area so I would like some more info so I can choose a reliable provider. For active acne + acne scars on the forehead of asian skin what settings of ematrix would you suggest? What ABC level, # of joules/pins, overlap % and # of passes would you suggest?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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.  Melarase AM, Melarase PM, and Melapads can seriously improve surface sun damage and UV related pigmentation. 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

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