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Scar Removal: Procedures and Products

by Martha Fitzharris

If you suffer from severe acne it isn't uncommon to end up with acne scars. As a matter of fact, anyone that has ever had acne scars knows that they can affect your personal image, which is why scar removal should be a consideration within your acne treatment routine.

There are several methods for getting rid of scars, but the solution usually has to do with surgery, whether it vary between excision, grafting, or laser treatments. However, there are also some resurfacing procedures, such as microdermabrasion and scar creams, that can be less bothersome but just as effective.

When choosing an acne scar removal procedure, you will need to take into consideration the location, size, and type of scar or scars. Small scars, for example can be treated by using microdermabrasion or scar creams, however, if you are wanting to treat larger scars you may have to turn to more invasive treatments such as surgery and skin grafting.

Learning How to Deal with Acne Scars

In order to deal with scars properly the first thing you need to do is to follow a regular cleansing routine, which includes a good acne cream. Keep in mind that not treating a acne condition properly may lead to acne scarring, however, if you have severe acne the there may be very little you can do to avoid their formation.

You can treat acne scarring with either surgical or resurfacing techniques. Don't forget that the method you decide to use will depend on the location and extent of your scar tissue. Here is a list of the most popular procedures used to treat acne scars.

Punch Excision & Acne Scars

Punch excision is usually used in the case of deep, atrophic scars such as ice pick scars. This procedure requires the use of a special tool to "punch out" the area where the scar is located. After having removed the scar tissue, the edges of the excised skin are sutured together.

Laser Therapy and Acne Scars

Perhaps the best type of laser treatment for scars is fractional laser therapy. This type of laser bypasses the epidermis and works on the deeper layers of the skin. This will help improve the appearance of the skin without leaving many visible signs of treatment.

Scar Creams & Skin Care Products

Natural skin care creams and traditional products can be equally effective in your fight against acne scars. Choose products that help dissolve scar tissue and promote the production of collagen. Some of the best ingredients for treating scars are rose hip seed oil and snail serum.

Rose hip oil can be used in its natural state or as part of another skin care cream.

If you follow a consistent acne treatment routine, you can greatly reduce your chances of developing acne scars. However, if you had severe acne, you may want to try BIOSKINCARE to help promote acne scar removal. BIOSKINCARE is a scar treatment that contains Helix aspersa muller extract, a natural ingredient that help you to effectively dissolve scars without producing unwanted side-effects.

Published March 17th, 2010

Filed in Health