I have scarring that I would like to treat with TCA cross, and also over TCA peel; however it’s proving difficult to find a qualified doctor within my vicinity to perform either of these procedures. I live on Vancouver Island, but can get to Vancouver if need be. Are there Dr’s around here who perform this, and if not, why not? I’m tired of doctors trying to sell me on lasers in lieu of what I want...
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January 14, 2018
Answer: Acne Scarring -- Needs Combination of Subcision; Fillers Like Bellafill; Lasers Like Fraxel/Erbium/Co2; TCA cross; Intensif RF
Looks normal but we do not know any more information. Pre prep? Was acetone scrub used? How many layers? The best person to ask is your specialist, however given the skin type and peel strength PIH is almost certain. SPF and wound care essential. Start HQ in 8 days. All the best, Dr Davin Lim
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...
Hard to comment how this procedure was performed, and for what specific acne scar type. TCA CROSS is best of ice pick scars, and narrow deep box car scars. In expert hands they can be used to make deeper broad box car scars shallower, but this is technique dependent. Every Specialist will have t...