Acne Scar Treatment
Acne scars can remain long after active acne has cleared, affecting skin texture, tone, and confidence. Acne scar treatment is designed to reduce the appearance of acne marks, depressed scars, uneven texture, and pigmentation based on your individual skin condition. A dermatologist can assess your skin and recommend a suitable treatment plan rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.
What Causes Acne Scars?
Acne scars commonly develop when inflammation damages the deeper layers of the skin during severe or persistent acne. Different types include ice pick scars, boxcar scars, rolling scars, and post-acne pigmentation. Identifying the scar type is important because different concerns may respond better to different treatments.
Acne Scar Treatment Options
Depending on your skin type and scar severity, treatment may include chemical peels, microneedling, laser skin resurfacing, subcision, or other dermatologist-recommended procedures. Some patients may require a combination approach to address both pigmentation and uneven skin texture. The number of sessions and expected improvement vary from person to person.