ACNE SCAR TREATMENT
Acne is one of the common skin condition with almost everyone having annoying breakouts on face at some point in their life. When not treated on time or if one has picking or scarring tendency it heals with a scar which can stay for life and psychologically disturbing.
Before knowing about the scar treatment let us understand the types of acne scars. When the skin gets inflamed (injured) due to acne, injury or chickenpox it heals by producing a scar. Pimple scars are caused by the inflammation in the skin which causes destruction of the skin tissue in the dermis resulting in a scar. These pimple scars can form on the face or on acne prone areas like back and arms.
Acne scars can be either depressed(atrophic)or raised(hypertrophic)
It is extremely important to note that no single treatment modality will give improvement in all the scars. Depending upon the depth, colour and type of scars and skin type dermatologist might advise you a combination of treatment to achieve best response for scars.
Svaasth Skin and Hair clinic provides Best Acne Scar Treatment In Hyderabad. Consultation at Svaasth Skin clinic would help in finding a customized and best solution for the acne scars you have. Simultaneously treat acne to prevent new scar formation.
There are different types of acne scars
Treatment options for acne scars treatment are
Chemical peels
Acne usually leaves a red/brown /black mark on the skin of face ,back or arms. Depending on the skin type in these marks can fade away or might remain for longer time. At Svaasth Skin and Hair Clinic Dual sequential peel is done for post acne marks on face,back or arms and is the best way to remove acne marks.
Peels like TCA Peel,mandelic peel,yellow peel and retinolpeel causes exfoliation of superficial skin cells resulting in faster fading of the marks.
Laser toning
Laser toning is an advanced fractionated QsNDYAG laser which emits high energy nanosecond laser light pulses that disperse the melanin and decreases the pigmentation ,post acne marks,sunspots on face.Simultaneoulsy it has a dual advantage of stimulating collagen resulting in textural smoothening, improvement of superficial acne scars,open pores. Laser toning is an ideal solution for stubborn post acne pigmentation and can be used not only on the face but other body parts as well.
Subcision
Subcision is safe and office surgical procedure for treatment of depressed acne scars.It is performed under local anesthesia through an hypodermic needle inserted through a puncture on skin surface and tough scarred fibres are broken with to and fro motion.It can be easily combined with peels,lasers, MNRF and other scar treatment procedures.
Micro Needle Fractional Radiofrequency Treatment
In MNRF a special tip with gold plated tiny needles enter to heat up the tissue in the dermis without any damage to the top layer of skin. This eventually results in remodelling of collagen and production of new collagen and elastin. As collagen remodels scars improve and skin tightens. End result being improvement of scars, smoothening of the skin texture and skin tightening.
There is redness and mild swelling for 24 hours after the treatment and settles on its own. The procedure is repeated once a month and number of sessions vary depending on the skin and scar type. On an average 4-6 sessions are needed to achieve optimal response.
Fractionated laser resurfacing
Fractional lasers like Erbium Yag, Fractional Carbondioxide work on the concept of fractional photothermolysis. Laser beam generates columns of heat that go deep into the dermis and create multiple microscopic injuries. These tiny injuries stimulate new collagen tissue thereby improving scars. As there is an injury to the top layer of skin there is a down time in the form of visible crust for 4-7 days.
TCA CROSS
TCA CROSS is the term used for Chemical reconstruction of skin scars. It is an outpatient skin procedure for Icepick scars wherein high concentrations of Tricolored acetic acid is applied for the scars. This results in inflammation followed by new collagen production and reduction in appearance of scars and cosmetic improvement.
Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers help in lifting up the depressed and indented scars. Facial fillers contain hyaluronic acid, a natural substance present in your skin. Injecting filler beneath the atrophic scar lifts the scar and gives more even surface. Dermal fillers give an immediate results, however their effect is not permanent but lasts for 12-24 months depending on the filler used.
Scar Revision
Where all MNRF can be done
Acne scars
Skin tightening
Stretch marks
Open pores
Surgical scars, injury scars, chicken pox scars
Fine lines and wrinkles
What is the down time
There is no down time and one can go to work very next day. Redness will be there for 24 hours and subsides on its own.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is the treatment painful?
MNRF is done after application of numbing cream to decrease the discomfort. You might have tolerable discomfort while doing the procedure. Post procedure you will not be having any pain and discomfort. Being the most advanced treatment for acne scars
How many sessions are needed for laser treatment for acne scars
Depending on the depth of the scar and the skin type number of sessions for scar removal may range between 5-6 sessions. However combination treatment is the best way to reduce scars and open pores and this would be discussed during consultations.
What are the side effects of acne scar treatment?
MNRF is a technologically advanced treatment for scars wherein the top layer of skin is not damaged hence reduces the risk of forming pigmentation post procedure. .Hence it is safe treatment for scars even in dark and sensitive skin.
How to prepare the skin for acne scar removal treatment?
Despite multiple procedures being available for scar removal still the response achieved varies. Consult an expert dermatologist with experience in using these procedures to customise the treatment for your scars. Best skin specialist, advanced cutting edge technology are the key for best response in acne scars. Topical creams or oral medication to prevent new scar formation should be used while undergoing treatment for acne scars.
Will the improvement achieved in acne scars with treatment last for long or are they temporary?
Procedures done to reduce acne scars aim at producing new collagen tissue thereby giving improvement in the visibility of the scars. Newly formed tissue and improvement will retain for life but if acne recurs it might leave a new scar. For a scar free, clear skin it is important to see that your new pimples don’t leave a scar.
Will Microdermabrasion reduce acne scars?
Microdermabrasion is a superficial polishing procedure which gives skin rejuvenation but does not stimulate adequate collagen fibres in the dermis hence more advanced procedures like fractionated laser resurfacing and MNRF made this less preferable option for scars.
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