Effective Treatments for Unsightly Acne Scars

Acne scars, unlike post-acne redness and pigmentation, are permanent. Depressed acne scars are the most common acne scars seem. These acne scars varies in appearance and depth. Basically these acne scars can be classified as ice-pick scars, box-car scars and rolling scars. Usually people with acne scars will display a combination of all the different type of acne scars. Treating of acne scars early and effectively is to prevent permanent scarring.

Currently there are no technologies available in the market to completely remove the scars however these acne scars appearances can be improved with the help of some rather costly treatments. These acne scar treatments can help to make the depressed acne scars shallower and less distinct.

The most talked about and popular treatment for these acne scars is laser resurfacing. During the treatment, the intense beams of focused light target skin layers rid unwanted cells. Lasers eliminate acne scars as they exfoliate layers of skin, revealing the newer, clearer skin underneath. Laser resurfacing can improve the appearance of the acne scars by about 30 - 40 %. However after the laser treatment, a longer time is required for the healing from the redness, swelling or flaking. Meticulous care of the wound is required to prevent secondary bacterial and viral infection that may cause further scarring.

A chemical peel is another alternative treatment for the acne scars. Different chemical peels are used in chemical peels to remove the superficial layers of the skin. During the chemical peels, the acne scars are stimulated to gradually remodel the collagen fibers in the upper dermis. On top of improving the appearance of the acne scars, chemical peels also help to smooths fine lines and removal of superficial pigmentation. There are different strengths of chemical peels available for different extent of acne scars and it should only be performed and used by certified and experience dermatologist to avoid any complications.