Dermal fillers can be an effective treatment for reducing the appearance of acne scars. They work by plumping up depressed places and pits in the skin with hyaluronic acid or calcium hydroxyapatite. When injected under the skin’s surface, these fillers raise the scarred areas, making them smoother and more even with the surrounding skin.
JustGo Lipo offers Bellafill, an FDA-approved dermal filler used specifically for reducing the appearance of acne scars. It contains microspheres of polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) suspended in a collagen gel. When injected under the skin, the collagen provides immediate smoothing and filling of depressed acne scars. Over time, the body absorbs the collagen while the PMMA microspheres remain in place to provide a long-term support structure under the skin. Bellafill provides long-lasting improvement of acne scarring with minimal downtime. It can fill indentations and rolling scars from moderate to severe acne.
Over time, the body naturally absorbs the filler, so touch-up injections may be needed to maintain results. Though not a cure for acne scars, dermal fillers can significantly improve their appearance, especially on the cheeks, temples, and around the mouth. With little to no downtime after treatment, this procedure provides a convenient way to diminish the visible signs of damage.
Laser skin resurfacing is another option for reducing the appearance of acne scarring. This service is provided outside of our office but by one of our trusted partners. This treatment directs concentrated beams of light at irregular tissue to remove outer damaged layers and stimulate collagen production. It can smooth out depressed areas and improve skin tone and texture. Various devices, such as an erbium or Fraxel laser, may be utilized to eliminate acne scars. The doctors apply a topical numbing cream before the procedure to maximize patient comfort.
Though more invasive than dermal fillers, laser resurfacing can minimize more pronounced scarring from inflammatory acne. A series of treatments are usually needed, and redness may last for several weeks after each procedure. However, laser therapy provides longer-lasting results compared to fillers. Experienced doctors can significantly improve deeper atrophic scars, creating a clearer, more even complexion.
A chemical peel, provided by our trusted partners, is a resurfacing procedure that uses an acidic solution to remove dead skin cells from the face. It can effectively reduce the visibility of mild to moderate acne scarring. During a treatment session in our office, the doctor applies a chemical peel solution, such as glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or trichloroacetic acid, to the scarred area. It removes superficial skin layers to promote new collagen growth and healthy cell turnover. As tissues regenerate, acne scars look smoother and less noticeable.
Light chemical peels require little to no downtime, while deeper procedures have an extended recovery with skin redness lasting for months. Though not as effective as lasers, these treatments can significantly improve skin texture and tone. When combined with proper at-home care and maintenance sessions, chemical peels make acne scarring look much less visible.
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