Remedies for Acne Scars

There are a number of different remedies for acne scars, most of which are expensive and are performed by a qualified medical practitioner who will be able to advise on the best treatment for your skin and the type of scars that you have. We've put together some information on how to get rid of acne scars so that you can be informed when you go to see your medical practitioner.

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion is a procedure by which the surface of the skin is removed by either a physical means such as a small sander or a machine uses small rotating wheels with diamond edges. Dermabrasion usually takes around half an hour and an anesthetic must be used as the painful. a general anesthetic but what's known as twilight anesthetic may be used. The skin can be very red for many months and most people need at least two weeks away from work. The procedure works best if you have very dark or very light skin and acne scars are raised raised above the skin. It is it is much less effective scars are sunken into the skin.

Cost of dermabrasion: US$1500 per treatment

Laser Resurfacing

Laser resurfacing uses a laser to remove the surface layer of skin in order for new skin to form. There are only a few studies done so far on laser resurfacing as it is a new treatment in some practitioners claim that he gives very good results. Using a laser rather than a physical sander allows depth to which the skin is removed to be better controlled. Large areas can take up to an hour and the types of laser used can be a CO2 laser and the erbium laser. There has not been many studies done to compare results from these two different types of lasers. Laser resurfacing has been shown to sometimes cause uneven skin tones in those with dark skin. Redness occurs after laser resurfacing made last for many weeks and I may even be slight coloration of the skin for months about the treatment.

Cost of laser resurfacing: US$3000 per treatment

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are suitable for people with only light scarring and will not be effective if your scarring is severe. Chemical peels work by Using an acid to remove the top layer of the skin to leave smooth, newer skin visible. some chemical peels are more drastic than others and recovery will therefore take longer. All chemical peels will leave the skin red and irritated. There may be some swelling and dryness and flakiness will occur as the top layer of skin is sloughed off.

Cost Of Chemical Peels: US$750 per treatment.

Punch Techniques

There are three different techniques used in this way including punch excision, punch replacement, and punch elevation. Punch excision removes the scar with a punch similar to that used for hair replacement, the wound is closed and it is allowed to heal naturally. In punch replacement scar is removed with a punch and the damaged area then replaced using a skin graft taken from another place on the body usually behind the ear. This is a very effective method for deep scars. Punch elevation involves cutting loose scar and allowing it to float level with the surrounding skin. These techniques may also be used with dermabrasion or laser resurfacing for better results. Recovery may take several weeks

Cost of Punch Techniques: approximately US$50 per punch

Saline Injections

Saline injections can be used on shallow scars and are less effective in deeper scars. injections of saline into the scar caused the formation of new collagen. For best results the treatment needs to be repeated every two weeks for at least four sessions. There are no side effects.

Cost of Saline Injections: approximately US$100 per injection

Conclusion

In consultation with your medical practitioner choose remedy for acne scars that is right for you.