How Do Acne Scars Form?

Acne scars form when the skin is damaged during acne breakouts or residual inflammatory acne. 

During the healing process, the body produces new tissue, which is likely to create scar tissue that sits above or below the skin surface.

The scar tissue can result in various types of scarring, affecting both skin texture and tone. In some cases, hypertrophic scars or keloid scars develop due to excess collagen production.

Types of Acne Scars

There are many types of acne scars that can impact both lighter and darker skin tones.

• Icepick scars
• Boxcar scars
• Rolling scars

Notably, the treatment for these types of acne scars, or others, can vary greatly depending on case to case. If you have severe acne scars, then a surgical treatment is more likely.

Advanced Treatments to Improve Acne Scars

At our clinic in London, we provide a range of effective treatments to treat acne scars and improve the overall appearance of the skin. Some of the acne scar removal treatments we offer are:

Laser Treatment

Laser resurfacing treatment targets scar tissue with a high beam, meaning that it can be very precise. Utilising laser therapy is highly effective for depressed acne scars, including boxcars and rolling scars.

This minimally invasive treatment improves skin texture while protecting the surrounding healthy skin. Many patients notice smoother skin and visible improvement after multiple treatments.

Microneedling for Scars

Microneedling is performed using a device with small needles used to make several tiny perforations in the skin. These tiny perforations are for stimulating collagen production in order to improve the overall skin texture, colour, and appearance.

Surgical Acne Scar Removal

For deeper scars, such as ice pick scars or tethered scarring, a small surgical procedure may be recommended. Scar revision techniques target damaged scarred tissue underneath the skin, allowing rapid healing and smoother results.

These surgical treatments are often combined with other scar treatment options to deliver the most appropriate treatment plan.

At Goutos London, we treat acne scars using the most suitable treatment method for each patient from the many treatment methods available. We aim to work out which treatment method is best for you during your consultation.

Your Personalised Acne Scar Treatment Plan

As with all medical procedures, treatment begins with an initial consultation. During this patient’s initial consultation, our specialist, Mr Ioannis Goutos, assessed:

• The severity of acne scars
• Your skin type
• Any concerns, such as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or darker skin sensitivity

Once the assessment is completed, we become fully aware of your situation and provide a treatment plan in accordance with our findings.

The next step is to go ahead and design a treatment plan using the most appropriate treatment for your condition. This may include laser treatment, topical creams, or other advanced treatments that support the body’s natural healing processes.

Is Acne Scar Treatment Painful?

One question we get asked a lot, and rightfully so, is whether acne scar treatment is painful.

The pleasing truth is that the majority of acne scar treatment methods are pain-free and require minimal downtime. Having said that, there have been some patients who have experienced mild discomfort during the healing process.

In most cases, anaesthesia may not even be needed; a topical anaesthetic cream is usually applied to keep the procedure comfortable.

Achieve Smoother, Healthier Skin

For patients looking to eliminate acne scars with the help of a trusted plastic surgeon, they need not look any further. At Goutos London, we know that with the right acne scar removal approach, it is possible to improve acne scars, restore smoother skin, and enhance your overall skin surface.

All that’s left to do is to click here, call 07908422412, or email info@goutoslondon.com today to book your treatment consultation and learn about the effective treatments we offer.

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Goutos London
152 Harley Street
London
W1G 7LH