Acne Scarring
What is Acne Scarring
Acne scarring occurs when severe or persistent acne lesions damage the skin's collagen and tissue, leading to visible scars. These scars can take various forms, including:
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Ice Pick Scars: Deep, narrow scars that extend into the skin, resembling small holes or pits.
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Boxcar Scars: Broad, shallow depressions with sharply defined edges, giving the skin a pitted appearance.
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Rolling Scars: Wave-like indentations that create a wavy texture on the skin's surface.
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Hypertrophic Scars: Raised, firm scars that develop when the body produces too much collagen during the healing process.
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Atrophic Scars: Depressed scars that result from a loss of tissue, commonly seen in ice pick and boxcar scars.
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Acne Scarring Treatment
It's essential to consult with a skin care professional to determine the most appropriate treatment plan for your specific type of acne scars and skin condition. Additionally, practising good skincare habits, such as protecting your skin from sun exposure and avoiding picking or squeezing acne lesions, can help prevent further scarring and promote overall skin health.
Acne scarring can significantly impact self-esteem and quality of life. Fortunately, several treatment options are available to help reduce the appearance of acne scars:
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POTENZA RF Microneedling: Energy based technology using Cynosures' patented fusion tip. Designed to specifically treat acne scars due to the depth of the needle and how it impacts stimulation of new collagen and elastin. Reducing the appearance of acne scars and ice pick acne scars in just 3 sessions. This will also tighten, tone the skin and help with skin laxity.
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Chemical Peels: Chemical peels use a solution to exfoliate the outer layer of skin, promoting cell turnover and collagen production. This can help improve the appearance of shallow acne scars and even out skin tone.
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Microneedling: Also known as collagen induction therapy, microneedling involves creating tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate collagen production and improve the appearance of scars.
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Dermal Fillers: Injectable fillers containing hyaluronic acid which can temporarily plump up depressed acne scars, making them less noticeable.
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