Acne Scars Treatment in Bangalore
One of the complications of Acne is scarring, referred to as Acne Scars.
Causes of Acne Scars
- Neglected or untreated or under treated Acne lesions.
- Picking / Squeezing of Acne lesions.
- Improperly treated acne lesions or self medications.
Types of scars
- Ice-pick scars :- Narrow scars <2 mm and skin looks like pricked by a needle.
- Rolling Scars:- Wider scars of 4 – 5 mm having wavy undulations..
- Boxcar Scars:-Round, oval shaped scars which are 1.5- 4 mm and are usually deeper.
- Hypertrophic Scars.
Treatments at 4 senses clinic
Comedone extraction
Using a comedone extractor the white heads or black heads are extracted without leaving behind a scar.
Incision and Drainage
Larger pus filled lesion, nodules and abscesses are surgically incised and drained.
Chemical peels
Superficial to medium depth peels are applied. These include TCA (10 – 30 % ) Glycolic acid (20-40%) , 30% Salicylic acid. These not only treat the active acne lesions but also improve the texture of skin by making the scars smooth and even surfaced.
Subcision
A rolling or a boxcar scar is treated by subcision under local anesthesia. The fibrous bonds beneath the scar which pull the skin surface down are cut and elevated . This causes even and smooth skin surface.
Punch Technique
Punch excision, closure punch excision, grafting punch incision and elevation are the techniques.
Lasers
Lasers such as CO2 and Erbium are more invasive and work by vaporizing the outer layer of the skin. This process results in the skin getting in a default healing mechanism leading to increased collagen production.
Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion is a noninvasive cosmetic procedure that resurfaces and rejuvenates the face by physically removing the top layer of skin. This process improves the skin texture and reduces the appearance of blemishes including acne scars. Due to its relatively gentle abrasion and mild side effects, microdermabrasion is a viable option for those seeking to reduce the appearance of superficial and depressed acne scars.
Microneedling
Microneedling is a non-surgical treatment uses your body’s own collagen production to increase cellular turnover, thus speeding up the scar healing process. With a few microneedling sessions, patients can see younger, smoother-looking skin, as well as a reduction in acne scarring, fine lines, and even hyperpigmentation.
Doctors at 4 Senses Clinic take history patiently, examine the patient thoroughly and diagnose the condition with minimal and necessary investigations. After finding out the root cause of problem, they provide accurate treatment. The doctors also counsel on how to prevent further recurrences. If you are looking at treatment for acne scars, contact Call:6366494494