I’m a 24 year old male with acne scars. So far I’ve undergone a few dermapen sessions as well as glycolic peels with little/no results. I’d like to know what treatments are suggested in my case. I’d thought of TCA cross plus subcision but I want doctors to give me their opinions. Thanks.
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Answer: Subcision For Indented Scars; TCA CROSS For Ice Pick Scars; Microneedling & Superficial Peels For Color & Texture Problems
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...
A properly applied 20% TCA peel to facial skin should produce a finely desquamating peeling reaction. You should avoid the sun and use a sunscreen with a non-comedogenic base (does not promote acne), use emollients and be patient. The peeling should be all gone in a week. Although you...
Hard to comment on this post. 1.10% TCA should NOT give this picture2. TCA is self- neutralising 3. The application shape does not reflect spot application4. The scar descriptive is not reflective upon standards5. Post op peel instructions should always be accompanied with the peel- each Sp...