There are numerous products and procedures available for acne scar removal. So it is important to understand the logic that brings about effective results. Without an informed perspective, it is easy for patients to risk making the wrong choices. This could cost more money and delay the rewards of experiencing real improvements.
Collagen And Acne Scar Removal
Scar tissue is made of collagen fibers that are embedded and woven into the skin.
However, this collagen (which is identical to the rest of the skin) is bundled in a thick and disorderly configuration.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion can be thought of as mild exfoliation with magnesium salt particles. This is not likely to change the collagen structures in skin that has acne scars.
Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion is a very aggressive and abrasive. This procedure literally sands the skin’s surface using a diamond fraise or a flat piece of textured metal. A substantial amount of bleeding occurs as a result. This acne scar removal technique can give good results for certain types of candidates.
Fraxel Dual
Fraxel Dual is a laser that can effectively treat acne scars without disrupting the skin’s surface. This is accomplished using unique and specialized wavelengths of energy:
- 1550nm
- 1927nm
These longer wavelengths are able to reach deeper skin layers where collagen originates. The laser energy heats the dermis causing it to create new collagen fibers. This is actually a very natural skin process that occurs in response to trauma.
In acne scar removal, the new collagen overrides and fades the appearance of the scars.
The wavelengths of Fraxel Dual are safe for patients of all skin tones. This energy will only target the problematic acne scars without being absorbed by melanin in irrelevant areas.
One of the risks of other lasers is that the skin will take in more heat than it should. And this will result in permanent scars.
Fraxel Repair
Fraxel Repair can also be used for acne scar removal. However it is only safe for patients with very light skin and extremely low levels of melanin (Fitzpatrick types I-III).
The laser energy penetrates the skin in vertical micro-columns. This also induces new collagen synthesis that fills in acne scar pits.
Acne Scar Removal -Topical Treatment
Milder cases of acne scars may benefit from the use of retinoids. Retinoids are Vitamin A derivatives and facilitate the turnover of skin cells. Retin A is an example.
Los Angeles Patients See Real Changes From Their Acne Scar Removal Treatments
These Los Angeles patients benefited tremendously from the use of Fraxel Dual for acne scar removal.
First, their active acne needed to be treated. This was done with the Spectra laser which helps to clear existing deep blockages. This energy is able to change the physiology of the oil glands so that less oil is secreted. As a result there are fewer instances of skin pore blockages. During this process, bacteria and microbes are also killed.
Fraxel Dual is then used to stimulate new collagen to improve and fade the appearance of the scars.
Los Angeles patient who received excellent results in acne scar removal with Fraxel Dual.*
More details about this process is discussed in this video.
Another Los Angeles patient also experienced profound improvement by using Fraxel Dual for acne scar removal. Her results were quantitatively measured with a VISIA skin analysis:
Acne scar removal results from Fraxel Dual shown through a digital imaging program
Here is a video where she talks about her experience:
Los Angeles Acne Scar Removal
Los Angeles acne scar removal procedures can be discussed through complimentary consultations at Fine Touch Dermatology
More details about this process is discussed in this video
Another Los Angeles patient also experienced profound improvement by using Fraxel Dual for acne scar removal. Her results were quantitatively measured with a VISIA skin analysis:
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Caption: Acne scar removal results from Fraxel Dual shown through a digital imaging program
Here is a video where she talks about her experience:
Los Angeles Acne Scar Removal
Individuals in Los Angeles who are interested in acne scar removal procedures can schedule a free consultation at Fine Touch Dermatology.