Acne is a common skin issue that affects the face, neck, chest, and back. When the secretion from sebaceous glands blocks the pore openings, it results in inflammation of the skin, which appears as acne. This acne takes a while before fading away and often leaves scars behind. Acne is painful, but the marks it leaves behind can negatively impact skin health and self-esteem.
While these marks are considered permanent, they are not. Acne scars are removable through dermatology procedures. However, it is important to identify the type of acne scars and your skin health before proceeding with any treatment.
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Different types of acne scars require various treatments. These scars can be Atrophic or Hypertrophic.
Atrophic scars are depressions on the skin caused by tissue loss. They can be further categorized into ice pick, boxcar, and rolling scars.
On the other hand, hypertrophic scars are caused by excess tissue formation, resulting in raised scars left behind by acne.
However, minor acne does not cause scars. They are often caused by severe acne, picking or squeezing pimples, and genetic factors. Identifying and treating acne scars early is essential to minimize scar development.
Once your dermatologist has decoded the type of acne scars, they can be treated using these acne scar treatments. Again, the professional decides the treatment and its intensity.
Chemical peels help gently exfoliate the skin and cause the outermost layer to peel off. This peeling helps remove most scars and pigmentation in the outer layer, boosts collagen production, and gives fresh, radiant skin.
Chemical peels can vary depending on the layers of skin targeted for the treatment. The light peel targets the superficial layer of the skin, the medium one targets deeper to remove scarring better, whereas the deep peel works on severe scarring. For acne scars, Skin Aesthete Clinic suggests Salicylic acid, Mandelic acid, Azelic Acid, and Retinol Peels for the best results, depending on the condition of your skin.
Microdermabrasion and dermabrasion are procedures that exfoliate the skin to help the growth of new tissues to cover the acne scars. While microdermabrasion is a minimally invasive procedure that targets minimal scarring, dermabrasion works on deeper acne scars.
Microneedling is the process of creating micro-injuries in the affected area using microneedles. These micro-injuries boost collagen production in the skin and hence fade the acne scars. However, it is suggested that you do not try microneedling by yourself as it can cause more scars if not done professionally.
Laser treatments target acne scars and use light therapy that promotes tissue regeneration without invading the skin. CO2 and Fractional lasers are commonly used to focus light on the affected area to remove scarring. However, this treatment may require multiple sessions to achieve the desired result. If you are considering Laser Acne Scar Treatment in Belapur, Navi Mumbai, consult Dr. Sonal Ahuja at Skin Aesthete for a personalized consultation.
Fillers are usually used in cases of Atrophic Scars, where the scar is a depression on the skin. Substances like Hyaluronic Acid or Collagen are injected into the depression to raise it to the level of the surrounding skin and provide the illusion of smooth skin.
However, these fillers can last 6 to 18 months and are not a permanent solution. Also, using fillers can require refilling of scars very often.
The right acne scar treatment is essential to ensure correct, long-term results with no damage. Factors affecting the treatment choice include your skin type, scar type, scars' severity, budget, and healing downtime. Combined with professional evaluation, all these factors decide on the right treatment.
After the treatment, you must follow a dermatologist's advice to avoid acne and pigmentation.
Acne scars can be uncomfortable in many ways. They can cause further skin sagging and loss of confidence. These scars can be removed by dermatological and surgical procedures, which provide smoother-looking skin and enhanced confidence. Options such as chemical peels, Microdermabrasion and Dermabrasion, microneedling, laser treatments, and fillers are great cosmetic treatments to help you remove acne scars. But if you are suffering from severe acne scars, you might be suggested to get surgical removal of these scars.
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