Specialty Services

Acne Scar Treatments

Nurse Jacklyn offers a variety of treatments to reduce the appearance of acne scars. Treatment plans are based on the type and quantity of scars, aiming to diminish their appearance and enhance overall skin quality. It's crucial to note that the goal of acne scar treatments is improvement rather than a complete cure, with a commitment to restoring confidence in your facial appearance.

What are the Types of Acne Scars?

Acne scars manifest in a variety of forms, each with its own unique characteristics. These include boxcars, rolling , atrophic, ice pick, hypertrophic, and hyperpigmented (red and brown) scars. Understanding the specific type of acne scar is the first step toward finding the most effective treatment.

Boxcar scars are characterized by a broad depression with a sharp, defined edge.
Rolling scars often appear as a broad depression with a sloping edge.
Atrophic scars are flat, thin, or depressed scars.
Ice-pick scars, also known as pitted scars, are deep and narrow.
Hypertrophic scars are thick, raised, and lumpy.
Hyperpigmented scars exhibit brown or red colouring.

Treatments for Acne Scars

The diverse nature of acne scars necessitates varied treatment approaches; Nurse Jacklyn often combines multiple modalities. Considerations include skin type, the extent of scarring, and the presence of active acne. Achieving desired results may require up to a year of combination therapies, incorporating methods such as chemical applications, energy-based devices, and, if necessary, surgical excision.

Available Acne Scar Treatment Options

Client with Acne Scars on her forehead before treatment

Client post Acne Scars treatment on her forehead, showing a reduction in visible acne scarring

Subcision

Utilizes a nokor needle or blunt tip cannula to break up tethered scars and adhesions formed from old cystic acne.

It is effective for rolling scars, atrophic scars, and depressed scars.

Bellafill Injections

Raises depressed, atrophic, and rolling scars using a semi-permanent injectable gel.

Stimulates collagen production for overall texture and skin quality improvement.

Administered in stages typically three months apart.

Profractional Laser

Resurfacing Scarred Tissue: The laser creates microchannels in the skin, breaking up scar tissue and encouraging the growth of fresh, healthy skin cells.

Stimulating Collagen Production: By reaching the deeper layers of the skin, the Profractional laser boosts collagen regeneration to fill in indented scars and improve skin texture.

Customizing Treatment: Every skin type and scar pattern is unique. The Profractional laser can be tailored to target your specific concerns for the best possible results.

Contour TRL (Erbium Fully Ablative Laser Resurfacing)

Deep ablative resurfacing.

Ideal for patients with lighter skin and jagged-edged acne scars.

Stimulates collagen growth and promotes skin rejuvenation.

These treatments, individually or in combination, contribute to personalized acne scar reduction plans, emphasizing improvement and enhanced confidence in one's facial appearance.

Morpheus8

Semi-ablative radiofrequency microneedling.

Addresses boxcar acne scars, enlarged pores, hyperpigmentation, and hypertrophic acne scars.

Creates controlled micro-injuries at varying depths, promoting skin resurfacing and deep tissue remodelling.

Skin Boosters

Skin Boosters contain hyaluronic acid, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that deeply hydrate the skin and improve its texture, helping to reduce the appearance of soft, shallow scars by smoothing the skin's surface.

By promoting the optimal skin hydration, Skin Boosters help to plump the skin and improve its firmness, which can minimize the visibility of shallow scars and enhance overall skin radiance.

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Acne Scar Treatments

To learn more about the risks, benefits, and alternative treatments for acne scars, schedule a consultation with Nurse Jacklyn

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