Your Concerns: Acne Scars
Atrophic scars
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Atrophic scars are flat, shallow depressions that heal below the top layer of skin. These scars are commonly caused by severe cystic acne. However, other types of acne can cause them as well.
The appearance of atrophic acne scars can vary depending on a person’s history with acne. There are three types of atrophic scars:
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Boxcar scars
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Boxcar scars are broad, usually box-like depressions with sharply defined edges. Boxcar scars are caused by widespread acne, chickenpox, or varicella, a virus causing a red, itchy rash with blisters.
Boxcar scars most often form on areas like the lower cheeks and jaw, where skin is relatively thick.
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Ice pick scars
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Ice pick scars are smaller, more narrow indentations that point down into the skin’s surface. These scars are common on the cheeks.
Ice pick scars tend to be very tough to treat, and often require persistent, aggressive treatment.
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Rolling scars
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Rolling scars have a varying depth, with sloping edges that make skin appear wavy and uneven.
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Hypertrophic and keloid scars
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Unlike atrophic scars, hypertrophic and keloid scars form as raised lumps of scar tissue where the acne once was. This happens when scar tissue builds up, sometimes from previous acne spots.
Our Solutions
Microneedling
Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that’s used to treat skin concerns via collagen production. It is also known as collagen induction therapy and is effective at treating acne scars. Microneedling works best for depressed acne scars, not raised ones.
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A series of 6-10 sessions provide the best results.
Obagi BLUE PEEL
We offer the world's #1 Obagi Blue Peel Radiance, a quick, superficial salicylic acid-based facial peel that exfoliates and helps improve overall complexion. It provides tighter, smoother, brighter-looking skin after just 1 use.
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not use any type of retinol or retin-A topical medication for at least 48 hours
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inform your skin care specialist about any medications you take
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not have been on Accutane for at least six months
A series of 4 – 6 peels provide the best results.
BTL FRACTIONAL RF
BTL Exion Fractional Radiofrequency (RF) is a skin treatment that uses radiofrequency energy to treat acne scars and other skin concerns. It can also be used to treat wrinkles, stretch marks, and injury scars.
How it works
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The Exion device uses fine needles to deliver radiofrequency energy into the skin.
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This stimulates collagen and elastin production, which triggers natural skin regeneration.
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The treatment uses AI technology to precisely target deeper layers of skin.
A series of 4 – 6 sessions provide the best results.