Acne Scars

The term "scarring" refers to a fibrous process in which new collagen is laid down to heal a full-thickness injury. It affects 30% of those with moderate or severe acne vulgaris.

Symptoms and complication:

Cosmetic concern, Adverse psychosocial impact

Causes and prevention:

• Acne scars occurs secondary to healing of acne.
• To reduce the chance of scarring, seek treatmentfor your acne early.

Risk Factors:

Incomplete/ delayed treatment, Use of steroids, Repeated picking of acne

Treatment:

• Cosmetic camouflage
• Dermabrasion, Microneedling
• Subcision , Excision and suturing
• TCA Cross
• Lasers
• Fillers