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Acne Scars
Scars caused by acne
are much more common than once believed. Most people will have acne scars that
are mild. However, some will have scars that look significant. The best approach
is prevention and to treat acne right away as sometimes even mild acne can cause
scarring. This can minimize the risk of permanent acne scars.
Types of
acne scars:
Ice pick scars -
Deep pits, that are the most common and a classic sign of acne scarring.
Punched out scars - Angular scars that usually occur on
the temple and cheeks, and can be either superficial or deep. These are similar
to chickenpox scars.
Shallow scars - Scars that give the skin a wave-like
appearance.
Hypertrophic scars - Thickened, or keloid scars.
Non-Surgical
treatment of acne scars:
1) Retin-A: It
can improve your acne and help to
smooth very fine acne scarring. These help by encouraging collagen production in
your skin.
2) Chemical
peels:
Medium and deep Chemical
peels can improve overall complexion. It works best if you get a series of at
least six peels, having one every 8 weeks.
3) Skin
fillers:
Materials are injected into the
depressed area of the scar to elevate it to the level of the normal surrounding
skin. Results are temporary, lasting 3-6 months and are effective only in
shallow scars.
4) Biomani scar
treatment protocol:
It is a protocol that consists of utilizing microdermabrasion and certain
specific chemical peels. It improve the shallow scars.
Surgical treatment
of acne scars:
1) Excision of scars and skin implants.
2) Laser skin resurfacing.
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