Acne Scars At drs skincare Hamilton, ON
Acne scarring – ice pick, box car, rolled, hypertrophic, keloidal
Active acne breakouts take an emotional toll. However, acne can also leave behind distressing reminders even years after effective treatment. Fortunately, drs skincare of Hamilton, Ontario, has the onsite expertise, courtesy of Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Rahul Shukla, to effectively treat lingering effects from acne in the form of scars.
Why did I develop a scar in the first place?
Scars come in many different forms. All scars, however, generally develop in much the same way. When the skin is injured, your body naturally attempts to repair the damaged area. As part of the healing process, new and thick tissue is generated to close the wound and repair the damage. Since the tissue is thicker than the surrounding skin, it can appear as a raised area or growth. Scars can also appear depressed or sunken due to excessive inflammation. Those with severe cases of acne or cysts are more likely to develop scarring than their counterparts with more mild forms of acne.
Types of Acne Scars
Acne scars typically present as either atrophic or “indented” or elevated skin lesions.
Atrophic acne scar types typically consist of the following:
- Ice pick scars
- Box car scars
- Rolling scars
Elevated acne scars consist of the following:
- hypertrophic
- keloidal
In many cases, the above scar types can be present with erythema (aka “redness”) or hyperpigmentation. Note – colour change does not mean a scar is present. Scarring refers to textural change where there is elevation or depression in skin tissue.
How do I manage acne scars?
At present, there is no perfect therapy for acne scars, and response varies from one individual to another. The specific type of treatment recommended depends on the nature of the scar. Just as with acne, treatment for acne scarring comes in many forms. Options include:
- Prescription medications and products
- Guidance on skincare
- Tricholoracentic Acid (TCA) Chemical Reconstruction of Skin Scars (CROSS)
- Laser therapy – Fractional CO2 laser, Fraxel Laser, Excel V laser, Picosure Pro laser
- Biostimulatory molecules such as hyperdilute raidiesse, sculptra
- Hyaluronic acid filler
- Microneedling
- Radiofrequency microneedling with the Morpheus8
What treatment may be best for me?
All treatments at our Hamilton, Ontario office start with a consultation. Dr. Shukla and team will account for characteristics such as your skin, the type of scar, and the number of scars to identify an appropriate treatment for you.
With tailored treatment plans, we aim to reduce scars to the best of our ability. It is also essential for us to ensure that your acne is under control. With proper skin care, we ease inflammation and protect the skin from new acne scars over the longer term. Our team prioritizes partnering with patients to ensure their respective treatment plans are making a difference and supporting the skin’s health and a radiant appearance!
In order to take the first step in controlling your acne scarring, contact drs skincare at (905) 524-1712 to schedule your consultation today.
Before and After Care
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- Prior to visiting had numerous microneedling treatments with minimal success
- Challenging case combining ice pick, box car and rolled scarring
- Utilizing a combination of subcision, biostimulatory molecules – in this case hyperdilute radiesse, TCA cross, radiofrequency microneedling (morpheus8), fractional CO2, and PRP, we are appreciating significant improvement over a series of treatments
- We are anticipating further improvement as she progresses through the rest of the treatments
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- Combination therapy utilized optimal results consisting of the following treatments done together over a series of treatments
- Subcision
- Biostimulatory molecule – hyperdilute radiesse to help build collagen and elastin
- Devices: Radiofrequency microneedling + fractional CO2 laser
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- Significant improvement using a combination approach consisting of the following done at the same time:
- Prescription therapy – isotretinoin
- Subcision
- Devices: radiofrequency microneedling combined with fractional CO2 laser
- Over time significant improvement in her scars has occurred
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