Acne ScarTreatment
Acne scars are textural abnormalities of the skin that are left behind after pimples heal. These range from shallow depressions, to sharp "ice pick" pits, to elevated bumps. Pimples can also heal leaving brown or red discoloration behind, but these generally fade over time without treatment and are not considered true scars.
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A topical bleaching cream can be used to speed up the fading of the brown discoloration. It is important to wear sunscreen whenever going outside to keep the scars from turning darker.
What are the treatment options for acne scars?
Mild scars can also be improved with microdermabrasion. This technique uses vacuum and a diamond-tipped hand piece to buff the superficial skin.
Soft depressed scars can be filled in with filler material such as Restylane.
We also offer Intense Pulse Light (IPL) and Nd:Yag Laser treatment, which are helpful in skin rejuvenation and improvement of acne scars.
How many treatments are necessary?
Microdermabrasion requires multiple treatments, initially at two- to three-week intervals. IPL requires 4-5 treatments, about 3 weeks apart.
How long will it take to heal?
Recovery time is minimal; most people can get right back to work after a treatment session.
What if my scars are deep?
One of the most powerful treatments for deep acne scars is medical needling. After numbing your skin, we gently move a roller full of tiny needles across your skin. This breaks up the scars and allows for new healing as much smoother skin. Effects are seen within a few weeks and the procedure is usually repeated once.
Cost is $300 per session and up. The procedure can only be done at Hafa Adai Specialist Group, by Dr. Lom. Call 647-SKIN for an appointment. You may return to work four days after the treatment.
