Types of Acne Scars and Treatment Options

1. Types of Acne Scars and Treatment Options Treatment for acne scars can be time-consuming and difficult. Scars can be raised, flat, or pitted, and they can even be discoloured. While some scars fade or disappear, some might last longer. Early treatment and refraining from picking at acne are the best ways to prevent acne from leaving scars. However, depending on the kind of scars one has, the dermatologist can suggest various types of treatments based on the severity of the scars. In this article, Dr. Roopi Khera, the Best Dermatologist in Ludhiana at The Glo Medispa discusses the type of acne scars and their effective treatment options. Keep reading to learn more. What are Acne Scars? Acne scars are unappealing side effects of acne breakouts. No matter how much one takes care of their acne, one may not be able to be completely scar free. Scars from acne can often be divided into two categories. Scars develop as a result of the skin producing too much collagen during the healing process. This is referred to as hypertrophic scars. Lack of collagen production in the skin can lead to tissue loss and atrophic or depression scarring. These two types can lead to the four scar

2. types known as keloid, ice pick, boxcar, and rolling scars. Let’s discuss these types of acne scars in detail. Four Types of Acne Scar 1. Ice pick scars: Ice pick scars are narrow and penetrate the skin deeply. It will appear to have been pierced like an ice pick. Some scars could resemble a large open pore. An ice pick scar forms after an infection from a cyst or other blemishes. The skin tissue is destroyed, and a scar appears. Punch excision or punch grafting are two treatments for ice-pick scars. Punch excision is a minimally invasive treatment where the undesired skin is removed using a punch. 2. Hypertrophic or Keloid Scars: Keloid or hypertrophic scars appear as a raised or projected mass of tissue. Men frequently develop hypertrophic scars from acne, typically in the chest area. Overproduction of collagen is the cause of this form of scar. The scar can be flattened or shrunk with injections or cryotherapy, which involves freezing the scars using liquid nitrogen. Other common treatments include silicone gels, steroid creams, pulsed dye laser therapy, and injections. 3. Boxcar Scars: These scars are wider than ice pick scars and leave round depressions that have steep vertical angles giving the skin a pitted texture. This kind of scarring develops after an inflammatory breakout that destroys collagen and results in tissue loss. A depressed area is developed when the skin in this area loses its support. Boxcar scars can range in severity from minor to severe, depending on how much tissue has been removed. Various procedures are used, such as punch excision or elevation, laser resurfacing, and dermal fillers to correct these scars. 4. Rolling Scars: Rolling scars cause wave-like depressions on the skin. When fibrous tissues are formed between the skin and tissues, wavelike appearances appear on the skin. The best method used to treat these scars is subcision. This is done by cutting the base of the scars so that it rises to the level of the rest of the skin. Book a consultation with Dr. Roopi Khera at The Glo Medispa to learn more about the types of acne scarring. She is a renowned skin expert who is known for performing the best Acne Scar Treatment in Ludhiana.

3. What are the Laser Treatments Available at The Glo Medispa for Acne Scars? The two best methods for treating acne scars are: 1. Ablative resurfacing 2. Non-ablative resurfacing Ablative lasers remove the top layer of skin. In contrast, non-ablative lasers work by heating the underlying skin tissue (without damaging the surface) so that the body will produce new collagen. This is the main difference between ablative and non-ablative treatments. Ablative Laser Resurfacing: Ablative lasers are invasive, making them a great option for treating mild facial scarring and skin discoloration. It is an ideal choice for patients with facial ageing concerns and deep or pitted facial scars, who want significant results quickly, and can take off from work to recover properly. Significant improvements are generally observed after a single session, but most individuals need two to three weeks of recovery. During recovery, it is common to experience discomfort, swelling, or crusting of the skin. Non-Ablative Laser Resurfacing: Non-ablative lasers effectively improve the skin’s tone and texture. It can also improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and correct pigmentation issues. Recovery is usually moderate and requires various treatments to achieve significant results (especially when compared to ablative treatments). The skin is not impacted, and most patients resume normal activities immediately. One can experience mild redness and swell with this type of laser. It is an ideal choice for individuals with moderate signs of aging, who can take multiple treatments before seeing results and can not afford to take time off from work. What are the Other Treatment Options for Acne Scars? The treatment for acne scars needs to be planned according to the types of acne, its severity, lifestyle, and age of the person. Chemical peels, TCA CROSS, and laser resurfacing are excellent choices for someone with an indoor lifestyle and plenty of time but a budget constraint. Microneedling, non-ablative laser resurfacing, PRP, and GFC therapy work well for people who have indoor lifestyles but don’t have much free time or a strict deadline for results. Dermal fillers and threads are solutions for someone who needs results quickly and is on a deadline.

4. Final Takeaway The skin experts at The Glow Medispa have all the advanced technologies to treat acne scars and can provide the right diagnoses for every skin concern. One can get the right treatment for every skin concern using the new-age technologies at the clinic. If the acne breakouts and scars are worsening and none of the remedies have been working, book a consultation with Dr. Roopi Khera at The Glo Medispa to get an effective acne scar treatment in Ludhiana. To learn more about acne scar treatment or ways to prevent acne scars from appearing, schedule a consultation with Dr. Roopi Khera at the clinic today!