Acne Scars Treatment

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It is normal to feel helpless and unsure of how to improve your skin condition. We are here to tell you that you can improve your acne scars with our Acne Scars Treatment in Singapore!

What are Acne Scars?

Acne scars and pores are the facial skin texture’s worst nightmare. Uneven skin texture causes the skin to look dull and unattractive. Thus, it can make a person feel self-conscious and reclusive, due to fear of judgement based on physical appearance.

Acne causes both acne scars and acne marks.

Acne scars are permanent skin textural changes on the skin due to moderate to severe acne. Generally, they are indentations on the skin that appear in different forms. Such as, when a person picks or ruptures cystic acne on the skin, acne scars may occur. These scars are usually permanent.

Acne marks, on the other hand, are reddish or brownish skin discolouration due to acne. These are known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or erythema. These marks usually fade with time even without treatment.

Types of Acne Scars

A acne scars are categorized into 5 different types:

  1. Atrophic scars – mostly near to the surface.
  2. Boxcar acne scars – broad, squarish depressions with steep, clear edges.
  3. Ice Pick acne scars – deep and narrow rather than broad depressions.
  4. Rolling acne scars -broad depressions with sloping, rounded edges.
  5. Hypertrophic scars – raised and bumpy scars.

Some acne scars elevate on the face, such as elevated hypertrophic scars and keloid acne scars.

Acne Scars Treatment in Singapore

It is important to get your acne scars assessed appropriately before getting any treatment. Different scars respond to various treatments differently. Therefore, a correct diagnosis is important before deciding on which treatment to go for.

Many factors will be taken into consideration during scar assessment, such as the skin type, the type of scars and the severity of scars.

After consultation with our doctor, some of the following treatments may be recommended to you.

Here is a brief description of each scar treatment.

 

PICO or CO2 Laser

Injectables

Subcision

RF microneedling

Procedure

Picosecond or Fractional Laser

Injection of Polynucleotide or Hyaluronic acid

Using needle to break down scar tissues

Microneedling Radiofrequency

Pain Level

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Downtime

5 to 7 days

3 to 5 days

3 to 5 days

1-2 days

Cost

$

$

$

$$

Duration

5 to 10 treatments

3 to 5 treatments

3 to 5 treatments

5 to 10 treatments

Acne Scars Treatment Side Effects and Risks

If there is insufficient sun protection and diligent skincare maintenance following an acne scar laser treatment, it may result in post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). Therefore, it is important to follow post-laser advice.

Skin infection is uncommon, hence, anti-infection medication may be prescribed to avoid such complications. 

If there is post-treatment downtime, it is mainly due to redness, swelling, or bruising. These will normally go away on their own in a few days. a

Hard to Treat Acne Scars

Some acne scars may be more difficult to improve than conventional scars. A variety of treatments may be utilised to treat these scars for such circumstances. Our doctor will assess the severity of your acne scars and propose the best treatment options for you. 

Every individual’s skin responds to every treatment differently. And every one’s scars are unique in their own ways. Therefore, there is no “one-size-fits-all” when it comes to acne scar treatment. Treatment is always personalised and tailored to each individual after assessment by our doctor.

Cost of Acne Scars Treatment in Singapore

The cost of acne scar treatments in Singapore varies from $300 – $1000 per treatment. It depends on the severity, the type of acne scars and the type of treatments required.

At SOL Aesthetics Medical Clinic, treatment cost ranges from $300 – $600.

Talk to our doctor about the severity of your skin condition and the treatment options available. It is critical to have a comprehensive awareness of the procedures and fees involved in order to set realistic expectations and avoid unnecessary stress.

Pre-treatment Consultation

We advise patients to have a diagnosis and consultation session with our doctor before starting your acne scar treatment journey. Our doctor will discuss in-depth regarding your skin condition and suggest a suitable procedure. 

You can make your appointment here.

*Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational and informational purposes only and does not intend to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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